The UMass Amherst Physics Department offers both the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees with a wide variety of curricular and research opportunities for graduate students. For current UMass undergrads, we also offer an accelerated (4+1) Master's Program. All students in the graduate program are encouraged to make use of the many professional development opportunities available both through the department and the Graduate School's Office of Professional Development.
PhD Program
- Information for Current PhD Students.
- Information for Prospective PhD Students.
- Graduate Physics Research at UMass.
Master of Science Programs
- Information for Current M.S. Students.
- Information for Prospective M.S. Students.
- The Accelerated (4+1) M.S. Program
Department of Physics