Program Overview
The Physics at Carnegie Mellon University is a Master programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 natural sciences. 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 Physics 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- General Relativity
- Introduction to String Theory
- Quantum Mechanics
- Solid State Physics
- Special Topics in Quantum Physics: Quantum Optics
- Introduction to Mathematical Physics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A completed online application form.
- Transcripts from all college-level institutions that you attended, whether or not you received a degree.
- Three letters of recommendation from professional references. At least one letter should be from the institution that you currently attend or attended most recently.
- An official report of the GRE General Test and the GRE Subject Test in Physics. To ensure that the scores reach us in time, you should take the GRE tests no later than November. Information on these examinations is available at the GRE Website. Please note that the GRE Institution code for Carnegie Mellon University is 2074 and the GRE department code for physics is 0808.
- International Applicants whose native language is not English must submit an official report of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). We recommend that you take the internet based test TOEFL iBT but accept the paper based test TOEFL PBT.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,196 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carnegie Mellon University 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 Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, United States
Carnegie Mellon University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months