Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
- English
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- TOEFL® IBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits: 60 SCH
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Miami, United States
Disciplines: Physics
Overview
It is expected that graduates from Physics program at the University of Miami, will be capable of conducting independent research, solving complex problems, communicating scientific results in both written and spoken form, and critically assessing the scientific literature.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate a rigorous grounding in classical and modern physics theory, the associated mathematical methods and their applications.
- Students will demonstrate their ability to conduct independent research, incorporating the ability to critically analyze and address a fundamental problem in their chosen field.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate research findings effectively
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Classical Mechanics
- Quantum Mechanics and Modern Physics
- Statistical Mechanics
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Quantum Theory
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- TOEFL® IBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements — General requirements
- Statement of purpose.
- Original academic transcripts (by mail, posted to the Director of Graduate Studies)
- GRE general test scores
- Applicants must rank in the 65% percentile or higher in the Quantitative Reasoning test. There is no minimal score requirement for the other parts of the GRE.
- Students from non-English speaking countries must send either TOEFL or IELTS scores.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- For international students: this form for financial responsibility (required by the US government)
- Optional: For Ph.D. applications, this form to apply for an assistantship.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 44,760 AUD / year (≈ 31,728 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 44,760 AUD / year (≈ 31,728 USD / year)
- Domestic — In-State: 44,760 AUD / year (≈ 31,728 USD / year)
Living costs — Miami, United States
2,127-3,672 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Physics.
