Program Overview
The Optical Sciences at University of Arizona is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Humanities over 48 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Optical Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 2,072 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Optical Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Fundamentals of Applied Optics Laboratory
- Fundamentals of Physical Optics Laboratory
- Lasers and Solid-State Devices Laboratory
- Mathematical Optics Laboratory
- Optical Testing Laboratory
- Optical Specifications, Fabrication and Testing Laboratory
- Introductory Optomechanical Engineering Laboratory
- Photonic Communications Laboratory
- Laser Spectroscopy and Atomic Structure.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
The plan of study must be filed by the end of the second semester in residence. With approval of the student\'s major professor, a C-graded course may be included on the plan of study as long as the student\'s GPA remains 3.0 or higher. However, the student and his or her major professor should carefully consider the value of retaking a course in the event of a C grade.
- Documents Required:
- Transcripts
- Graduate Record Examination Scores
- Three or More Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 or Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of English Proficiency (International Applicants Only)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,072 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,072 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Arizona directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Arizona
University of Arizona
Tucson, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months