PhD Physics

Course Overview

The UNT Physics Ph.D. program provides a premier research-intensive experience, training graduate students to become leading scientists. Students conduct cutting-edge research under the guidance of expert faculty using state-of-the-art equipment in specialized laboratories and core facilities.

Key Program Highlights

• Work alongside 60+ graduate students and 20 faculty members in a large, collaborative research environment
• Gain hands-on experience with specialized equipment in eight dedicated research laboratories, from ion beams to ultrafast lasers
• Access premier campus facilities like the Materials Research Facility (MRF) and the high-performance TALON computing cluster
• Conduct research across diverse fields including nanophotonics, precision atomic physics, computational design, and astrophysics
• Focus on nanoscale and materials science, from synthesis and modification to advanced characterization and device applications