Master of Science [M.Sc] (Physics) From Fatima College, Madurai

M.Sc. in Physicsis a postgraduate course based on the study of all branches of Physics. A candidate has to be a B.Sc. graduate in Physics from a recognised university in order to become eligible for this course. 

M.Sc. Physics is a two year program. If the course is pursued through correspondence then the duration of the course is two years minimum and three years maximum.

The mode of admission in some colleges is through an Entrance Examination while in others it is based on merit marks of the qualifying exam.

The average tuition fee for the entire course ranges between INR 25,000 to INR 1.5 Lakhs.

M.Sc. Physics graduate can get jobs in Research labs, academic and education institution, atomic and space organisation, meteorology departments, medical industryetc. and can work asResearch Scientist, Lecturer/professor, medical physicist, radiation physicist etc.A fresh graduate of this course can expect an average annual salary of INR 1 Lakh to INR 2.5 Lakhs.

Duration

This course is completed over the duration of 2 years.The course follows the semester system over annual mode and hence the course is divided in 4 semesters.

For students pursuing the course through correspondence, the duration of the course is minimum 2 years and maximum of 3 years.

What is M.Sc. Physics about?

Physics is a branch of science which is concerned with the study of matter and energy and the interaction between them. The course also imparts knowledge on the fundamental principles of several branches in Physics.

This course also covers the basic knowledge of various specialisations like nuclear physics, high energy physics, condensed matter physics, astrophysics, cosmology, medicine, mining, geophysics.

Top Institutes Offering M.Sc. Physics

M.sc Physics is a course that is usually found in many colleges. The top colleges for M.Sc. Physics are as follows:

Academic Options after M.Sc in Physics

After this Masters course, students can opt for M.Phil.and Ph.D. in Physics or a specialization in Physics from colleges like BITS Pilani,Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, Loyola College, Chennai etc.

Students can also opt for a part-time Ph.D. in Physics from colleges like Lovely Professional University.

Students also have the option of pursuing a diploma in Radiology and Medical Physics from colleges like Amrita VishwaVidyapaeetham University.

Candidate must have passed in graduation in related stream from recognised university/Institute

Fatima College, Madurai offers Master’s degree such as M.B.A., M.C.A. and M.Sc. (IT & Management) along with M.A. in 4 streams, M.Sc. 6 disciplines, M.Com and MSW. The basic criterion to apply for PG programs is the candidate should have secured a Bachelor’s degree in relevant subjects with 50% marks from any recognized university.

Selection of the candidates to M.B.A. course is based on CAT/ MAT/ CMAT scores whereas MCA & M.Sc. (IT & Mgmt.) admission is done on the basis of TANCET score. Admission to the rest of the PG courses are merit-based subject to availability of seats.  

• Candidates applying under SC/ ST categories are granted a relaxation of 5% to the aggregate score of qualifying examination.
• Merit-based selection to this course is done through counselling conducted by the college.