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What do you guys think of these Professional Master's Physics or Professional M.S. Physics degrees? Who has the best ones? I found an old report online, but the list is definitely out-dated.
lisab said:Well I don't know enough to rank them, but my alma mater offers such a program. I've taken a few courses just to stay current. I think it's a good program, tailored mostly for those with an engineering background.
I do know its graduates are valued by employers in this area, especially Boeing.
lisab said:My $0.02: having a master's is the 'sweet spot', if you're not considering a career in academia. It leaves you qualified for jobs that require an advanced degree, but you'd still be considered for jobs where the employer is looking for a bachelor's (i.e., not 'over qualified').
Kent State University
The Master of Arts in Physics is a highly flexible program that can be customized according to the constraints of the individual student. This flexibility is a good match for the needs of part-time students who continue to hold full-time employment in secondary education or in industry. Also, students in the Ph.D. program can apply for this M.A. degree after completing the requisite number of credit hours.
University of Texas - Dallas
Master of Science in Applied Physics
A minimum of 32 graduate credit hours are required. In order to receive the MSAP degree, students must successfully complete at least 16 semester credit hours of core courses. In addition to the core courses, 16 additional credit hours may be chosen from the physics elective courses or from electrical engineering, computer science, biology, geosciences, chemistry and management courses. The complete list of these courses may be obtained from the MSAP Graduate Advisor.
Ball State University
Master of Arts in Physics
If you are planning on getting an educational career or a job with less research, this program would be right for you.
You will take classes like thermodynamics and quantum mechanics.
In the thermodynamics course, you will be introduced to the laws of thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of gases.
Quantum mechanics is a challenging course that will review the barrier problems and problems involving perturbation theory, and one-electron atoms.
You must meet admission requirements of the Graduate School and take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or an equivalent exam.
lisab said:One more to consider...
http://www.phys.washington.edu/academics/emsp/
A Professional Master's Physics degree is a graduate-level program designed for students who wish to pursue a career in a specific field of physics, such as medical physics, engineering physics, or materials science. It typically includes coursework, research opportunities, and practical experiences to prepare students for careers in industry or government.
The specific admission requirements may vary depending on the institution, but generally, applicants are expected to have a Bachelor's degree in physics or a related field, a strong academic record, and relevant work or research experience. Some programs may also require GRE scores and letters of recommendation.
The duration of a Professional Master's Physics degree can vary depending on the program and the student's course load. Typically, it takes 1-2 years to complete, with some programs offering part-time options for working professionals.
Graduates with a Professional Master's Physics degree are well-equipped for a variety of careers in industry, government, and research. Some potential job titles include research scientist, data analyst, materials engineer, and medical physicist.
While a Bachelor's degree in physics or a related field is typically preferred for admission, some programs may consider applicants from other backgrounds, such as engineering or mathematics. However, these students may be required to take additional coursework to ensure they have the necessary foundation in physics for the program.