The PhD program in Physics is a research program that offers research opportunities in condensed matter and solid state physics, high energy physics, nano-physics, plasma physics and controlled fusion, applied nuclear science, medical and biophysics, astrophysics, and atomic and molecular physics.
A PhD student is required to complete as minimum requirements 24 CH of course work and 30 CH in thesis research in addition to passing a comprehensive exam and defending his/her thesis research findings.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
Demonstrate the breadth of knowledge in the discipline and advance, in-depth knowledge in the sub-discipline or area of specialization.
Perform and defend an original work of research in their fields of specialization which contributed new human knowledge.
Identify, analyze critically and explain open problems in their disciplines and apply relevant research methodology for finding a possible solution.
Communicate the major tenets of their field of specialization and their work orally and in writing to the faculty, their peers, and the lay public.
Identify areas where ethical issues may arise in their field, and articulate strategies to mitigate situations related to ethical issues in their profession.
Demonstrate an insight into the transferable nature of research skills to other work environments and the range of career opportunities available to them inside and outside academia.
Part 3: Elective Requirements
(Any 9 credit hours of the following courses, or other approved graduate courses of 600 level or above according to the study plan.) (9 hours)
