Applied Physics Program Overview
The Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals Applied Physics graduate program—one of the few available in the nation—offers a wide variety of courses that will enrich your experience as an engineer and will prepare you for exciting careers in the research and development of cutting-edge technology. Career opportunities in applied physics is vast, including jobs in fiber optics, astrophysics, laser and quantum optics, nondestructive testing, and condensed matter. Taught by notable scientists from the Johns Hopkins Physics Lab, NASA, and the Naval Research Laboratory, you can focus on a wide range of topics, including optics, interstellar space, ocean science, solid-state physics, and more. Learn to develop new technologies and solve engineering problems.
The program prepares you to:
- Master mathematical methods that are essential to the fields of applied physics and engineering, including integral transforms, ODEs, complex analysis, PDEs, and boundary value problems.
- Solve practical problems using Maxwell’s Equations and classical electrodynamics, such that static and time-varying fields in free space and media, conservation laws, and gauge invariance can be investigated.
- Establish a firm understanding of the mathematical foundation of quantum mechanics.
- Select courses to tailor your degree and gain the knowledge that works best for you.
Master’s Degree Concentrations
A focus area can be selected but is not required.
- Materials and Condensed Matter
- Photonics
Program Options
We offer two program options for Applied Physics; you can earn a Master of Science in Applied Physics or a post-master’s certificate.
Applied Physics Courses
Get details about course requirements, prerequisites, concentrations, and electives offered within the program. All courses are taught by subject-matter experts who are executing the technologies and techniques they teach. For exact dates, times, locations, fees, and instructors, please refer to the course schedule published each term.
Why Hopkins?
When ambition meets opportunity, anything is possible. Earn your degree on your terms at Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals.
Industry-Specific Knowledge - Unique to Engineering for Professionals, faculty are senior-level, notable professionals who are the decision-makers and changemakers in the industry. For you, this means you learn the latest techniques, technologies, and solutions-based strategies to start enhancing your career, immediately.
Student Resources - Your academic success is important to us. As a Johns Hopkins University student, you’ll have access to a variety of resources to support your successful path to completing your degree.
Engineers See the World Differently - Watch our video to revisit the inspiration that sparked your curiosity in science and engineering.
“As a whole, the teachers at JHU were among the best I have ever had in my academic career. I truly believe I have received a great education that has helped me in my professional career. ”
Program Contacts
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Academic Calendar
Find out when registration opens, classes start, transcript deadlines and more. Applications are accepted year-round, so you can apply any time.
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