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Dec 04, 2024
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2017-2018 Graduate Catalog This is not the most recent catalog version; be sure you are viewing the appropriate catalog year.
Master of Science in Physics Education (PHYE)
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Admission Requirements
Applicants must have at least the equivalent of an undergraduate minor in physics with a background in mathematics through multivariable calculus. Students who do not meet these requirements may be granted conditional admission requiring additional undergraduate course work in physics and/or mathematics. Admission is restricted to in-service teachers or those intending to enter the teaching profession in the United States.
All applicants must provide the following with their application:
- Transcripts from all undergraduate institutions previously attended
- A personal statement of at least 1,000 words explaining the purpose for pursuing the MS degree here at EMU
- Two letters of recommendation
Program Requirements
Graduation requirements include completion of 30 hours of approved graduate credit, satisfactory performance on a comprehensive oral examination and the completion of an essay in physics, the history of physics or the teaching of physics.
Degree Requirements: 30 hours
The M.S. in Physics Education requires the completion of 30 hours of course work to be distributed among required courses, elective courses and cognate courses as follows:
Required Courses: 5 hours
Elective Courses in Physics: 20-26 hours
Twenty to 26 hours selected in consultation with the graduate advisor. Cognate Courses: 0-6 hours
Zero to six hours selected in consultation with the graduate advisor. |
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