Nanophysics

Condensed Matter Physics is a widely recognized area of contemporary physics, both for its numerous applications as for the wide range of theoretical and practical problems that it addresses. In turn, Nanotechnology and Nanoscience constitute an area of current active research and development. For many years they have formed a very important part in the research and teaching of the Departments that participate in this Master, which have achieved international recognition in this area. The Universidad Autonoma de Madrid is thus an excellent place for carrying postgraduate studies in Condensed Matter Physics and Nanosciences.

The Nanophysics specialization is aimed at graduates in Physics or Materials Science, although it is also open to graduates in Chemistry or Engineering.

The overall objective of the Nanophysics specialization is to provide a coherent, attractive and modern teaching on a wide range of fundamental, methodological and technological aspects in Physics of Condensed Matter and Nanoscience. The student will acquire a deep knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical properties of solids and liquids, becoming familiar with the required theoretical, experimental, and numerical simulation tools.

Upon completion of the Master, the student will have achieved an integrated and rigorous overview of the processes and physical properties of matter at the nanoscale. He/she shall also be trained in handling theoretical concepts and experimental and computational tools and their application to specific problems. And finally, thanks to the motivated and highly qualified faculty members, he/she shall gain a clear perspective of the main open problems and the most promising lines of research in Condensed Matter Physics and Nanophysics.

Compulsory (Master)

• Chemical Physics of Complex Systems
• Experimental Techniques
• Professional Skills

Compulsory (Nanophysics)

• Advanced Statistical Physics
• Interactions and Low-Dimensional Systems

Elective (Nanophysics)

• Computational Methods in Condensed Matter and Biomolecules
• Low Temperature Physics
• Quantum Field Theory in Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanophotonics and Quantum Optics
• Scanning Probe Microscopy

Requirements

• Official university qualification such as an undergraduate degree, bachelor’s degree or other equivalent, in the related area
• An official certificate of level of English (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English, OAL-UAM, Linguistic Services Office from your home university etc.) with at least a B2 (or equivalent) level. This doesn't apply for students coming from english-speaking countries/universities/schools.
• Bachelor's diploma
• Transcript of records from the Bachelor's degree
• Average Grade statement (see "Average Grade statement")
• CV (Curriculum Vitae)
• Certificate of level of English (or at least some proof that you'll get it before the enrolment deadline in September)
• ID/Passport
• Elective courses pre-selection form ("Hoja de preinscripción de asignaturas")
• Specific documents required for each master (letter(s) of recommendation/reference etc.).
• FOREIGN STUDENTS ONLY: when their average grade point is not in a 1-to-10 scale, applicants must also submit the ANECA's certificate of average grade equivalence for studies undertaken in foreign countries (see here). Please note that this certificate can take up to 2 months to be delivered, so applicants should request it with enough time in advance.

Scholarships

• General grants of the UAM
• Specific grants for international students at the UAM