About the course

The photonic science and technology program, jointly administered by the Holcombe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, faculty affiliated with the Center of Optical Material Science and Engineering Technologies (COMSET), and the Graduate School, offers interdisciplinary graduate degrees involving optics, engineering, physics and materials science. COMSET-affiliated faculty combine fundamental scientific research and applied research with deliverables in areas including organic LEDs, specialty optical fiber, high-power lasers, light-emitting plastics, optical communications, environmental sensors and biosensors, among others.

　　There is a thesis or non-thesis option for the M.S. program. The thesis option requires a total of 30 credit hours, including 6 research credits, and the submission and defense of a master?s thesis. For the non-thesis option, 33 credit hours of coursework must be completed. The Ph.D. program requires at least 24 credit hours of graduate coursework and 36 research credit hours. Specially qualified candidates with a B.S. degree may apply for direct entry to the Ph.D. program. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Clemson
Summer (May), 2024	Clemson
Fall (August), 2024	Clemson
Spring (January), 2025	Clemson
Summer (May), 2025	Clemson
Fall (August), 2025	Clemson
Spring (January), 2026	Clemson
Summer (May), 2026	Clemson

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Clemson University

Applicants to graduate programs at Clemson University must hold a four-year bachelor?s degree or equivalent, or a master?s degree, from an institution whose scholastic rating is satisfactory to the University.

　　TOEFL Internet-Based Test - 80 or higher

　　IELFTS - 6.5 or higher (minimum 6.0 in each sub score)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Clemson University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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