UMass Lowell's Ph.D. in Physics program is research-centric, preparing students for lifelong careers in academia, industry, national laboratories and entrepreneurship. The 60-credit-hour program incorporates advanced courses, comprehensive examination and a multi-year research component.Learn advanced courses, participate in state-of-the-art research and launch your career with a Ph.D. from the Physics and Applied Physics Department.<br><br>The Department offers a Ph.D. Degree in Physics with the following options:<br><br>General Option<br>Applied Mechanics Option (in collaboration with Dept. of Mechanical Engineering)<br>Atmospheric Science Option (in collaboration with Dept. of Earth and Atmospheric Science)<br>Energy Engineering Option (in collaboration with Dept. of Chemical Engineering)<br>Aerospace Sciences Option