Program Overview
The Physics at University of Maine is a MSc 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 29,942 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,256 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Orono, 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
- Mechanics
- Electrodynamics I
- Quantum Mechanics I
- Statistical Mechanics
- Methods of Theoretical Physics I & II
- Graduate Laboratory (using modern instrumentation)
- Topics in Materials Science and Technology
- Physical Measurement & Data Analysis With Microcomputers
- Methods of Theoretical Physics I
- Methods of Theoretical Physics II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Two copies of the Application for Admission to the Graduate School which you can download from On-line Application Information and Material. You may instead submit the on-line form of the application
- Two official transcripts from each institution you have attended, showing the grades you earned in all of your previous academic work (graduate and undergraduate), and showing the degree(s) you have earned.
- Three letters of recommendation (on the Graduate Schools recommendation forms) from persons in a position to judge your preparation for and ability to undertake graduate study (e.g. previous instructors or co-workers). Letters should be forwarded directly by the writer to the Graduate School, and must be in duplicate.
- A non-refundable application fee of $65.00 US for an on-line application, and $75.00 US for applications submitted by all other methods. If you have difficulty paying the fee, you may request that it be waived when you submit your application.
- Official report of scores you achieved on the Graduate Record Examination Aptitude test and Physics Subject test.
- Official report of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) if you are an international applicant whose native language is not English.The Graduate School requires a score of at least 550 on TOEFL, and the department requires a score of at least 600 (250 on the computer version) on the TOEFL for Teaching Assistants.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,942 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,256 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 29,942 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,256 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maine 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 Maine
University of Maine
Orono, United States
public research university in Orono, Maine, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
