Department of Physics and Materials Science
Are you fascinated by science but don’t want to limit yourself to one specialty? The Department of Physics and Materials Science allows you to explore the rich, multidisciplinary world of materials science with a Master of Science in Materials Science Degree. NSU’s materials science degree program emphasizes the real-world application of the most current research theories and methods — allowing you to gain hands-on experience while building an impressive resume and lasting professional connections.
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verage Class Size: 10 Students
Total Credit Hours: 33
As a Materials Science major at NSU, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and classrooms, you’ll work with internationally recognized faculty members and you’ll be a part of a community of scientists and engineers.
Cutting-edge materials science facilities
The McDemmond Center for Applied Research has dedicated faculty and state-of-the-art ffacilities for conducting interdisciplinary research in quantum science, quantum materials, optics, plasmonics and meta-materials; nanomaterials and nanotechnology; advanced functional materials and devices; and semiconductor materials and devices. Research and collaborate with your peers to make meaningful scientific discoveries in a wide range of fields. You’ll also have access to labs dedicated to topics such as spectroscopy and quantum studies.
Course Requirements
The materials science degree requires a minimum of 33 credit hours distributed in the following subgroups: 18 hours of core courses, nine hours of approved technical electives and a minimum of six hours of research in materials science courses. In addition to these credit hours, you’ll prepare a research thesis and oral defense of your findings. Sample courses that make us one of the most distinctive materials science degree programs in the country:
- Mathematical Methods
- Materials Science
- Polymers and Polymer-Based Composite Materials
- Electronic and Photonic Materials
- Instrumentation for Materials Science
- Quantum Mechanics for Materials Scientists
Accreditation for Norfolk State University
Norfolk State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Norfolk State University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Norfolk State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).