Program Overview

Optical Sciences (Certificate)

Overview

The Wyant College of Optical Sciences is the largest optical sciences program in the country and one of the world's top research institutions in optics and photonics. Among its graduate-level offerings is a certificate in Optical Sciences designed for working professionals who wish to supplement their practical knowledge with formal coursework. Students can choose from more than 80 classes - including those that explore the broad fundamentals of optical sciences to more nuanced topics relevant to a student's immediate interests - all taught by renowned faculty. Certificate applicants should have an academic or professional background in optics, physics or engineering.

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson
• Online - Arizona Online

Minimum Credit Units

• 15 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Department / Academic Unit

• James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences

Degree

• Graduate Certificate

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

• An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
• Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale for Certificate applicants.

Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.