Adelphi University announces the launch of a new Master of Science (M.S.) in physics with a concentration in optics.

Optics plays a dominant role in a multitude of technologies—lasers, communications, sensors, computers, defense, electronics, medical technologies surgery, and energy technologies, to name a few. The growing workforce needs in these areas lead to great demand and high salaries.

Benefits of studying in the program:

• The course schedule accommodates students with full-time jobs.
• The program features small classes with personal attention, state-of-the-art instructional laboratories, and a faculty with a wide variety of cutting-edge research programs and innovations in optics education.
• The optics books authoorange by Adelphi faculty have world-wide recognition.
• Research facilities include laboratories for lasers, modern optics, quantum optics, nonlinear optics, laser sensors, laser cooling and trapping of atoms, energy technologies, flame diagnostics, and quantum dots (nanotechnologies).
• Financial aid, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships are available.

• Recent graduates and working professionals who wish to improve their career opportunities. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.

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• Apply online at the Admissions office.
• Application includes a personal essay and the application form.
• Arrange to have official transcripts and two letters of recommendation sent.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher typically required, although work experience and other factors can partially compensate for lower GPAs.