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The Ph.D. program in Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy offers courses in the sub-field of beam physics. The courses are of interest to practitioners in the field, for example at national laboratories. The program also offers tracks to enable students to pursue M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Physics and Astronomy in collaboration with major national laboratories.

For the official program description, visit the Physics and Astronomy section of Academic Programs.

It is the responsibility of each student to be aware of and understand university regulations as published. To review the complete approved description of this program as well as academic policies and student rights and responsibilities, visit the Michigan State University Academic Programs site.

To learn more about this program, visit the Physics program site.

Any time. Students pursuing the Ph.D. track fall within the normal framework of study in the Physics/Astronomy Department; typically a Ph.D. is achieved in 4-5 years.

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Students interested in taking online courses in beam physics, or in pursuing a degree in physics with concentration in beam physics who want to pursue research at any of the major U.S. and Foreign Accelerator Laboratories.

For information on Graduate Education at MSU, visit the Graduate Education section of Academic Programs. For specific program requirements, visit the Physics and Astronomy section.

For an online Graduate Application, visit the Graduate School site.

For current tuition, fees, and payment information, visit the Controller's Student Accounts page.

For the University's tuition refund policy, visit the Controller's Operational Policies page.

For information about financial aid, including loans, available for students at Michigan State University, visit the Office of Financial Aid site.

For additional information about graduate study at Michigan State University, visit the Graduate School site.

Michigan State University serves the distance and continuing education needs of organizations by offering program customization, group sales, and consulting services through MSU Global Online Connection. To learn more, visit the MSU Global site.

Courses in this program are taught via the Internet. In order to participate in this program, students must be comfortable with, and have access to, a computer with an Internet connection. For assistance, visit the Student Computer Requirement and Considerations for Computer Use page.

For information about equipment needed to participate in this program, visit the Virtual University's Basic Equipment page.

Martin Berz
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Biomedical and Physical Science Building
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824
Email: berz@msu.edu

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