MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia. The School of Physics has come a long way since it was established in the year 1969 with new academic and research programs being introduced over the years. Our objectives are to produce competent, knowledgeable, creative, and innovative Physics graduates for the nation’s rapid growth and progress.  

To achieve this goal, the School of Physics is offering various academic programs in the fields of Pure Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Engineering Physics, Medical Physics and Radiation Science. Our six research areas of thrust are Condensed Matter Physics and X-ray Crystallography, Applied and Engineering Physics, Energy Studies, Geophysics, Astronomy and Atmospheric Science, and Theoretical and Computational Physics.  

Today, the School of Physics plays a key role in the Accelerated Program for Excellence (APEX) agenda as an important center for education, research and academic excellence. Our new vision is “Towards global excellence in transdisciplinary research and education in Physics” and our mission is “To provide academic, research, and educational social programs for development of human capital, knowledge, and technology for a sustainable nation”, are in line with the university’s vision and mission. The School of Physics will continue to pave its way to greater heights in providing quality education and research and become a flag bearer of excellence not only in USM and Malaysia but also throughout the world.

PROF. ZAINURIAH HASSAN