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Master of Physics Analytics for Large Data Sets

Vermillion, United States
2 years
English
On campus
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About the program

Master of Science in Physics: Analytics for Large Data Sets at the University of South Dakota, Offered through the College of Arts & Sciences at the Vermillion Main Campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Physics: Analytics for Large Data Sets
Analyse relevant concepts and communicate evidence-informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Potential pathways include laboratory support
Research assistance and further science study. Careers and professional eligibility depend on individual qualifications and local requirements.

Curriculum

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Data analyst jobs will see a 20% growth from 2018 to 2028
Which is much faster than average.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor degree with official transcripts
Statement of purpose
Resume and recommendation letters
GRE/GMAT only where the programme requires
Programme-specific GPA and deadlines
English proof (TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 110
PTE 53)

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (or equivalent) with official transcripts, Statement of purpose, Resume and letters of recommendation, Test scores (GRE/GMAT) only where the programme requires, Some programmes apply only through a Specialty CAS

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 53
Cambridge 169

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts
Statement of Purpose
Recommendation Letters

How to apply

Review the specific programme admission requirements and intake deadline. Complete the online application on the official university website. Provide academic transcripts
Qualifications
applicable English-language results. Upload any additional documents required by the programme. Pay the application fee if the university requires one. Monitor the application decision and respond to the offer. Complete enrollment and immigration steps where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$13,441 USD
Application fee	$38 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Vermillion Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Arts & Sciences
Department	Department of Physics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Competitive graduate assistantships may provide tuition reductions and a stipend. Assistantships are a separate funding arrangement and are not guaranteed scholarships, Check departmental eligibility.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
5 Dec 2026
21 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.