Nov 25, 2024  
2024-2025 Rowan University Academic Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Rowan University Academic Catalog

Master of Science in Photonics


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The M.S. in Photonics program allows students to obtain advanced knowledge in photonics and expand their skill sets in emerging topics of interest. This interdisciplinary program covers a wide variety of topics such as optical design, laser physics, fiber-optics, and electro-optic devices. The program will prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills for careers in optics & photonics. Thesis and non-thesis (course-only) tracks are available, both of which require a total of 30 credits. For the thesis track, 6 of the 30 credits come from original research that culminates in a thesis. For the non-thesis option, all 30 credits come from coursework.

Program Requirements


Note:


*Students will take 6 s.h. of PHYS 00599  - Master’s Thesis Research

Total Required Credits for the Program: 30 s.h.


Foundation Courses

None

Graduation/Exit, Benchmark, and Thesis Requirements

MS Thesis or two restricted electives

Minimum Required Grades and Cumulative GPA

Master of Science in Photonics is a Category 2 program.

For details regarding satisfactory academic progress and graduation requirements, please visit Academic Program Policy Categories  


Program Coordinator/Advisor Contact Information

Robert V. Chimenti, Ph.D.
856.256.4366
chimenti@rowan.edu

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