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Physics and Astronomy Department
MS - Physics, Concentration in Modern Optics
The students in this concentration receive instruction in fundamental areas of physics and gain experience and knowledge in a wide range of subjects related to Modern Optics. All candidates are required to complete a thesis including the defense (Plan A) or take an oral comprehensive examination as culminating experience (Plan B)
| Course Requirements | ||
| Core Courses | 20 | |
| PHYS 120C, PHYS 168, PHYS 205, PHYS 210, PHYS 230, PHYS 258 and PHYS 263A | ||
| Plan A (With Thesis) | 10 | |
| PHYS 120D or PHYS 220E (2); PHYS 298 (2); PHYS 299 (3); Complete one course from: PHYS 208, PHYS 248, PHYS 268 (3) | ||
| Plan B (Without Thesis) | 10 | |
| PHYS 120D (2); PHYS 220E (2); Complete two courses from: PHYS 208, PHYS 248, PHYS 268 (6) | ||
| Total Units: | 30 | |
