The FSU Department of Physics fosters an innovative, collaborative atmosphere that houses cutting-edge research programs and expert faculty, equipping graduates for successful careers in the sciences and related fields.
We have over 300 undergraduate and graduate students in our program. Our undergraduate program develops students' foundational research and critical-thinking skills. Undergraduates can major in physics, physics and astrophysics or physical science; they can also minor in physics or astrophysics. Our Ph.D. program highlights research and ingenuity. Doctoral candidates can choose to specialize in a wide variety of topics, including astrophysics, biophysics, atomic physics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics and nuclear theory.
With our excellent faculty, broad range of research areas and advanced facilities, students in the Department of Physics will receive unparalleled educational and research opportunities.
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Our more than 60 faculty members specialize in a variety of fields of research. The department's programs are well-funded, diverse, and provide a breadth of learning and teaching experiences for students.
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Stellar Facilities
The physics department is home to state-of-the-art, experimental facilities to support faculty and student research projects, including the John D. Fox Superconducting Linear Accelerator Laboratory and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL). The experimental nuclear physics group runs the Fox Laboratory, which explores questions at the intersection of nuclear physics and astrophysics. The NHMFL, also called the MagLab, is the world's largest magnetic field laboratory and draws scientists from across the globe to conduct research.
Public Outreach
The department enjoys bringing the wonders of science to the Tallahassee community. Two of our most popular events are the Circus of Physics and Saturday Morning Physics programs, which introduce children and adults alike to FSU scientists and topics in the physical sciences. These events are free for participants.
Other events include the Dirac Lectures, featuring prominent scholars speaking on physics topics of interest, and programming at the MagLab.
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