Master of Science in Physics

Master of Science in Physics

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Master of Science in Physics
Duration1.5-2 Years
LevelMasters Program
  • The Master of Science in Physics is a Purdue University degree offered in the Department of Physics
  • Areas of active research within the Department of Physics include biological physics, AMO physics, condensed matter physics, and physics education. Interdisciplinary research is common
  • Students will work closely with an advisor and an advisory committee consisting of their advisor and two other faculty member
  • Students will also work with the faculty to develop a plan of study, and the courses they take will reflect a coherent theme of interest
  • Students have the option to complete a thesis. In the thesis option, students will complete a research project and write a formal thesis under the supervision of a faculty advisor
  • Non-thesis students complete a research project under the supervision of a faculty advisor and write a project report
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees1274376 INR
Hostel & Meals732546 INR
Insurance111618 INR
Transportation19775 INR
Books & supplies68113 INR
IUPUI General Fee60057 INR
Repair & Rehabilitation Fee26147 INR
Placement Test Fee3808 INR
International Services Fee22411 INR
Personal Expenses158931 INR
Total1203406 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
BachelorsNo specific cutoff mentioned
  • Applicants should have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and have a background in the usual undergraduate courses in physics, mathematics, and other sciences
  • An average grade point average of 3.0 (B) or higher in physics courses is expected
  • Graduates from related fields of study in pure and applied science or engineering may be accepted on a probationary basis until they have completed any necessary undergraduate courses in physics
ExamsTOEFL: 79
  • With minimum scores for specific sections are as follows:
    • Writing: 18
    • Speaking: 18
    • Listening: 14
    • Reading: 19

IELTS: 6.5
  • With minimum scores for specific sections are as follows:
    • Writing: 5.5
    • Speaking: 6.0
    • Listening: 6.0
    • Reading: 6.5

GRE: Accepted
  • The subject test in physics is not required but is strongly encouraged

Additional info
  • Physics Qualifying Exam: The Qualifying Exam must be taken, at the latest, after completing the first semester of graduate work
    • Two consecutive attempts are permitted to obtain a passing grade
    • A free attempt is granted to the student upon first enrolling in the Department
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