The Department of Physics & Geology offers 36-hour program leading to a Mater of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (MSIS) in Physics education with thesis and non-thesis options. These options are designed to prepare students in their pursuit of further professional development and for interdisciplinary graduate studies in their area of concentration in physics.

Note: All the prospective students must have science background to enroll into MSIS in physics education program. Requirements: 16-18 hours of physics courses must be required (including PSCI 1421, PSCI 1422, PHYS 1401, and PHYS 1402) for students/teachers coming from other disciplines.

All students complete a core curriculum. Students in the Physics Concentration select electives from a collection of courses designed to enhance and develop further skills in science education. Courses are normally offered in the evening, Online and during the summer sessions providing greater flexibility in the offerings for part-time teachers and students. The Course descriptions as well as detailed degree requirement information concerning the graduate program can be found at the Department of Physics and Geology website located at http://www.panam.edu/dept/physci

Admission is possible in all semesters. Students applying for admission to this program must meet the University’s grade point average requirement and hold a bachelor-level degree and must have 16-18 hours of physics background. For further information, visit our homepage at http://www.panam.edu/dept/physci or contact:

MSIS Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Physics and Geology
The University of Texas-Pan American
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539
Phone: (956) 381-3521 (Main Office)
Fax: (956) 381-2423