Department of Physics

East Hall, 2 Lippitt Road, Kingston, RI 02881

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In the department of physics at the University of Rhode Island, we want to know more about how the universe works—and we never stop asking questions.

We invite you to join our community of scientists. Here you can build your foundation in physics, engage in innovative research, create an exciting career—and discover your own questions.

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Degree Programs

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Our B.S. programs offer students real choices. The B.S. in Physics provides a solid foundation in theoretical and experimental physics in preparation for graduate study or a career as an industry or government physicist. The B.S. in Physics and Physical Oceanography offers a range of career opportunities in physics and physical oceanography—and those who go on to advanced degrees are in high demand.

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GRADUATE PROGRAMS

The M.S. in Physics—with both thesis and non-thesis options—and the Ph.D. in Physics offer flexibility in course selection, which allows for highly individualized programs of study. Thesis research can be carried out in any area in which a student and a faculty member find a common interest. The bulk of present research efforts at the doctoral level are centered in the broad area of condensed matter physics.

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MEDICAL PHYSICS

In our accredited, Medical Physics program, we offer two options:

5-years B.S. in Physics and M.S. in Medical Physics Program 

This program provides students with rigorous training in essential undergraduate physics courses and graduate physics and medical physics courses.

2-years M.S. in Medical Physics Program 

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Events

  • Come Explore the Planets with The Department of Physics

    Join us for a night of science and telescope viewing to learn about and observe the celestial planetary...

  • Frontiers in Quantum Computing

    The Physics Department will be holding "Frontiers in Quantum Computing", a Quantum Computing Conference at URI campus on October 18-20, 2021. For...

  • URI Physics Colloquium

    biophysics of cardiac arrhythmias. Alexander V. Panfilov,  Professor, Physics Department, Gent University, Gent, Belgium Date: Thursday , April 26, 2018 Time: 4.00 pm  Location : East Hall,...

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