MSc in Photonic Science and Technology in Clemson United States | Clemson University

The photonic science and technology program, jointly managed by the Holcombe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, faculty associated with the Center of Optical Material Science and Engineering Technologies (COMSET), and the Graduate School, provides interdisciplinary graduate degrees combining optics, engineering, physics, and materials science. COMSET-affiliated researchers integrate fundamental scientific exploration with practical applications in fields such as organic LEDs, specialized optical fibers, high-power lasers, light-emitting polymers, optical communications, and environmental/biosensors.

The M.S. program offers both thesis and non-thesis paths. The thesis track mandates 30 total credit hours, including 6 research credits, plus completion and defense of a master's thesis. The non-thesis alternative requires 33 coursework credit hours. For the Ph.D. program, students must complete at least 24 graduate coursework credits and 36 research credits. Exceptional candidates holding a B.S. degree may apply directly to the Ph.D. program.