Program Overview
The Master’s degree in Physics is designed for students who want to pursue excellence in research and education in physics to serve the community, the profession, and society at large through the dissemination of scientific knowledge and promotion of scientific literacy. Program graduates are prepared to conduct research in areas of matter and energy interaction, astronomy, astrophysics, and other physics areas.
Possible Career Options
The Master of Science in Physics at UTRGV will prepare you to become a leading researcher in the areas of matter and energy interaction. Physicists may conduct research work in offices, research laboratories, observatories, and academia.

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