The Professional Master of Science (M.S.) in Physics Degree
In addition to The Traditional M.S. we offer the Professional (Non-Thesis) Master's in Physics. This program is directed toward students who do not envision a commitment to research in Physics as part of their career goals. For example this Master's degree may be an option for prospective high school and junior college teachers who wish to gain an advanced perspective on the subject they teach and to open further career pathways in teaching. Students looking toward other professions, such as medicine or management, but needing an advanced technical background in the physical sciences, may also want to consider this option.
The Professional M.S. requires completion of the five courses listed below. In addition, fourteen elective graduate credit hours are required in Physics or a related field. However, the Thesis is replaced by a 2-credit hour report and a 1-credit hour Professional Development Seminar. Students must also take the Preliminary Exam.
- PHYS 5113 Statistical Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory
- PHYS 5313 Electromagnetic Theory
- PHYS 5413 Classical Mechanics
- PHYS 5453 Methods of Theoretical Physics
- PHYS 5613 Quantum Mechanics I
Related Links
- How to Apply for Admission to the Graduate Studies Program
- The Oklahoma State University Graduate College
- Physics Course Catalog of Graduate Physics Courses
- University Catalog
- Class Schedule
- About Stillwater, OK
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