About the course

Dr. Eric Benton's group is involved in a broad range of research concerning ionizing radiation and its effects on matter, especially as it relates to human health and safety. Current research efforts are concentrated in three distinct areas: 1) the radiation protection of space crews during long duration missions aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and on future human missions to the Moon and Mars, 2) proton and heavy ion cancer therapy, and 3) the role of cosmic radiation in lightning initiation. The laboratory is not only a research laboratory, but also a teaching laboratory. Undergraduate and graduate level courses in radiation detection and measurement make use of the lab?s equipment for demonstrations and student experiments. In addition, the laboratory is home to a number of student-led efforts to develop inexpensive, easy-to-build instruments and experiments for use by high school and undergraduate college students studying physics and related disciplines. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$62,580

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Stillwater
Fall (August), 2025	Stillwater

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Oklahoma State University

As an overview, these are the main documents that will be required to submit to the Graduate College:

　　Transcripts: Original transcript from each college or university attended (all transcripts submitted to the Graduate College must be official with the college's or registrar's original seal and should show any degrees completed).

　　Resume/Vitae: Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae of your academic and professional backgrounds and experiences (1-2 pages).

　　Statement of Purpose: Submit a statement, in your own words, of your background, academic preparation, reasons for pursuing a degree in Physics or Photonics, and career aspirations (1-2 pages).

　　Recommendations: Names and contact information of three (3) persons familiar with the applicant's academic preparation to pursue a degree in Physics or Photonics, and/or job-related skills in these fields.

　　English Proficiency (for International Students): All persons for whom English is a second language are required to present proof of English competency.

　　An official TOEFL score of at least 90 (internet based test) is required to be submitted. The TOEFL institution code for OSU is 6546.

　　Alternatively, an official IELTS, academic stream, examination with a minimum overall band score of 7.0 will satisfy the English proficiency requirements for admission to a graduate program.

　　Either examination must have been taken within the last two years. Outstanding applicants with official TOEFL scores of 79-90 or IELTS scores of 6.5-7.0 will also be considered for admission into the graduate programs.

　　Although the Graduate College does not require proof of English proficiency for an applicant who has or will have completed a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a college or university where English is the primary teaching language, and which is located in a country where English is a primary language, the applicant may still need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score to the Physics Department for employment as a Teaching Assistant.

　　Please check the complete requirement description on the Graduate College English Proficiency page.

　　GRE: General GRE is required and the subject (Physics) test is strongly recommended. There are no minimum scores expected of acceptable applicants.

　　For admission without qualification, a GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale or the equivalent is expected in undergraduate coursework or a 3.00 in any graduate or professional coursework already completed.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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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 Oklahoma State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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