Master of Science in Optical Sciences
University of Arizona

Program Details

Prepare to enter an exciting and challenging career as an engineer, designer, or technical manager with this science degree online. There is no core curriculum, allowing students freedom in planning their study programs. Further customize your degree by choosing between a thesis option and a non-thesis option. Graduates are prepared to work in hardware design, medical and biomedical technology, lasers and electro-optical systems, fiber optics and communications, measurements, manufacturing and consumer technology. Gain the foundation needed to continue your education in the doctoral program as well.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Arizona is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • This program requires two laboratory courses. Not all lab options are offered online. One laboratory may be waived with department approval.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in optics, engineering, physics, mathematics or a related field