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Graduate Physics

The Department of Physics began in 1872, the same year that Virginia Tech first opened its doors. By 1929, a Master's degree program had been established, and in the 1950s, a doctoral program was added to the Physics curriculum. Today, our graduate students receive a well-rounded education that encourages critical thought on current physics topics, preparing them for rewarding careers in academia, government, and industry.