Physics (Ph.D.)
Our Ph.D. program provides students with opportunities to perform research in some of the most current and dynamic areas of physics. In the first two years, students develop a solid and broad base of physics knowledge through the core curriculum, departmental colloquia, and research training. Armed with the core knowledge, doctoral students join a research group working in an area of particular interest. This research is performed in very close collaboration with one or more faculty whose interests span a wide range of physics fields.
Physics (Ph.D.)
Description
What is Physics at ODU like?
Our Ph.D. program provides students with opportunities to perform research in some of the most current and dynamic areas of physics. In the first two years, students develop a solid and broad base of physics knowledge through the core curriculum, departmental colloquia, and research training. Armed with the core knowledge, doctoral students join a research group working in an area of particular interest. This research is performed in very close collaboration with one or more faculty whose interests span a wide range of physics fields.
Program Highlights
What makes Physics at ODU unique?
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The physics department has been selected by the University to achieve national prominence, taking advantage of Old Dominion's proximity (a half-hour drive) to the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (TJNAF), the world's premier nuclear physics research facility, and the NASA Langley Research Center.
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The addition of the new Physical Sciences Research Building we offer substantial additional opportunities for research to graduate and undergraduate students alike.
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The opportunity for intimate involvement in research with world-class faculty is here for any interested student.
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
$101,190
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Physicists
$123,080
MEDIAN SALARY
Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Physics at ODU?
PHYS 551:
Theoretical Mechanics
A mathematical study of the concepts of mechanics. Vector calculus methods are used. Topics include mechanics of a system of particles, Lagrangian mechanics, Hamilton?s canonical equations, and motion of a rigid body.
PHYS 552:
Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
LECTURE; STUDENTS MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR THE RECITATION SECTION.
PHYS 556:
Intermediate Quantum Mechanics
LECTURE; STUDENTS MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR THE RECITATION SECTION.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Physics at ODU?
Students entering the Doctor of Philosophy program in Physics should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
Ways to Save
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Next Steps
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Name:
Alexander Godunov
Location:
219 OCEANOGRAPHY&PHYSICS BLDG, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-5805
Graduate Admissions
Location:
1000 Rollins Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-6512
Email:
gradadmit@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
Additional Programs
Are there other programs at ODU I may be interested in?
With over 120 undergraduate programs, 130 graduate programs at the master's, education specialist and doctoral levels plus a wealth of certificate and professional development programs, Old Dominion University has the program for you. Visit our academic program listing page to see other programs ODU has to offer.
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