Physics
Physics and astronomy attempt to understand and describe how and why the physical universe behaves as it does. Although remarkably simple, physics laws apply to a very wide range of sometimes beautiful and bizarre phenomena, as well as to the past and future of the universe.
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Degree Offerings
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Application Requirements
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Office of Graduate Admissions
Bendetson Hall
Medford, MA 02155
(617) 627-3395
gradadmissions@tufts.edu
The Tufts University Department of Physics and Astronomy offers programs of study leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in physics and astronomy. Physics graduate students may also pursue research in related departments, such as electrical engineering.
Master of Science (M.S.) tracks:
- Physics
- Physics: Astrophysics
- Physics: Physics Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) tracks:
- Physics
- Physics: Astrophysics
- Physics: Chemical Physics
- Physics: Physics Education
Research areas include:
- Astronomy and astrophysics
- Biophysics
- Condensed matter physics
- Cosmology
- General relativity
- Particle physics
- Physics education
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- Ability to use advanced mathematics to model, describe and analyze physical phenomena.
- Ability to apply scientific concepts and principles.
- Deep understanding in fundamental areas of physics, including: Classical Mechanics Electricity and Magnetism Quantum Mechanics
- Ability to carry out original research (if completing a master's thesis).
- Ability to communicate scientific ideas and results effectively, orally, and in writing, to professional colleagues (if completing a master's thesis).
- Deep understanding and proficiency in the fundamental fields of classical and quantum physics: Classical Mechanics Electricity and Magnetism Quantum Mechanics Statistical and Thermal Physics
- Deep understanding of a selected specialized area of physics or astrophysics, including the tools and techniques of research in the field
- Familiarity with the fundamental phenomena, concepts and methods of at least one other area outside of the student's field of specialization.
- Ability to carry out independent, original research.
- Ability to communicate scientific ideas and results effectively
Faculty
Application Deadline
Fall: January 15*
*Recognizing the serious challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic to our applicants and those considering graduate education opportunities, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences will accept applications to the M.S. in Physics up to August 1, 2020 for fall enrollment for domestic students. Our Admissions team is working closely with our programs to evaluate completed applications in a timely manner.
Doctorate:
> Application fee
> Resume/CV
> Personal statement
> Official GRE scores
- GRE Subject test scores strongly recommended
> Official TOEFL or IELTS, if applicable
> Transcripts
> Three letters of recommendation
Masters:
> Application fee
> Resume/CV
> Personal statement
> Official GRE required
- GRE subject test scores strongly recommended
> Official TOEFL or IELTS, if applicable
> Transcripts
> Three letters of recommendation
For questions about this program, including scholarships and assistantships, please contact the graduate program director, Danilo Marchesini.
Department of Physics and Astronomy
574 Boston Ave.
Suite 304
Medford, MA 02155 USA
Tel. 617-627-3029
Fax 617-627-3878