Academic Programs Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics Master of Engineering in Engineering Physics Ph.D. Program in Applied Physics
The undergraduate engineering physics curriculum is designed for students who want to pursue careers that lead the advances in applied science, advanced technology, and engineering. Its distinguishing feature is a focus on the fundamentals of physics and mathematics, both experimental and theoretical, which are the foundation of modern engineering and research. By choosing an appropriate concentration, the students may combine this physics base with a solid background in a conventional area of engineering or applied science.
The Master's of Engineering degree in Engineering Physics may lead directly to employment in engineering design and development or may be a basis for further graduate work. Students have the opportunity to broaden and deepen their preparation in the general field of applied physics, or they may choose the more specific option of preparing for professional engineering work in a particular area such as laser and optical technology, nanostructure science and technology, device physics, materials characterization, or software engineering. Wide latitude is allowed in the choice of the required design project.
The course of study leading to a doctorate in applied physics is flexible, individualized, and limited only by a student's interests. The interdisciplinary nature of applied physics enables students to enroll in courses offered by departments throughout the university, including physics, chemistry, biological sciences, astronomy, electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, and materials science. Students who wish to do so may also take courses in a variety of nonscientific topics such as music, business, and foreign languages.
