Cal State Fullerton - Department of Physics

Master of Science Degree in Physics

The Physics Department at California State University, Fullerton began offering courses towards the M.S. degree in Physics in the Fall Semester of 1996. Three plans of study are available:

Plan B emphasizes a research experience in a chosen specialty and the preparation of a thesis.

Plan C emphasizes a research experience in a chosen specialty and the preparation of a paper.

Research opportunities are available in astronomy, astrophysics, atomic physics, condensed matter physics, optics (including fiber optics, photonics, and quantum optics), physics education, and surface physics. Research and pedagogical activities within the department are supported by grants from the Department of Energy, the National Science Foundation, NASA, private foundations, and corporations.

Our M.S. degree program is designed to meet the needs of both students who are seeking a terminal degree for career advancement, and for students who wish to eventually enroll in a Ph.D. program. While the program emphasizes applied areas of physics, significant opportunities are available for students interested in basic physics and for students with pedagogical interests (high school or community college teaching.)

Courses are offered at convenient times for both full-time and part-time students.

Click on the following links for more information about the M.S. Degree program.

Program Highlights

M.S. Degree Requirements

CSUF Graduate Studies Web Site (graduate policies, procedures, forms, and financial aid information).

The Louis and Sara Shapiro Memorial Loan Fund

Graduate Application Request

Download our M.S. Poster (235K)

Prospective students are encouraged to submit their applications online at www.csumentor.edu, and to mail or email an unofficial copy of the application materials to the graduate advisor.

Or click on Admissions in the left menus and then Graduate.
For additional information contact the CSU, Fullerton Department of Physics:
Phones: (714) 278-3366 or (714) 278-3884 (24-hours)
FAX: (714) 278-5810
e-mail:

Mailing Address:
Dept. of Physics
Cal State Fullerton
P.O. Box 6866
Fullerton, CA 92834-6866
USA

To learn more about our department follow one of these links.

[ Physics Homepage | Department Directory | Faculty Pages ]

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