Physics

The programme aims to train physicists capable of working in research institutes or corporate environments. Upon successful completion of the programme, students will have acquired:

• thorough knowledge of physics in general as well as more in-depth knowledge of at least one specialized area;
• the ability to make sound judgments informed by current research;
• the ability to gain new insights and results and to develop new methods;
• the ability to solve physical problems using the most appropriate experimental and/or theoretical methods and to report on research findings;
• the ability to structure and analyse specific problems in different situations;
• strong teamwork skills;
• the ability to communicate findings and insights;
• a critical understanding of the role that physics plays in society.

This is an initial Master's programme and can be followed on a full-time or part-time basis.

Advanced Physics Courses

Compulsory Courses

• Advanced Quantum Mechanics
• Historical and Social Aspects of Physics
• Experiments in Modern Physics

Elective Courses

• Relativity
• Advanced Solid State Physics
• Advanced Nuclear Physics
• Advanced Soft and Biomatter Physics
• Quantum Field Theory

Master's Thesis

Profile Courses

The student chooses one of the profiles below as a ‘major’ research profile. This defines the field of the master’s thesis research. The student takes at least 18 and up to 30 credits within the chosen major profile. Up to 12 credits can be chosen outside the list of profile courses, in agreement with your thesis promotor. Students that choose for the Research option can choose a second ‘minor’ profile. The minor profile amounts to at least 12 credits. If you combine this with a research internship, contact your research internship supervisor for advise on the courses. The study-advisor of your major profile is your main contact for help and for approval of your study programme.

Condensed Matter Physics

• Research Methods in Condensed Matter Physics
• Semiconductor Physics
• Electron Correlations: Superconductivity and Magnetism
• Advanced Topics in Clusters, Macromolecules and Nanoparticles
• Optical Properties of Solids
• Mesoscopic Physics
• Advanced Fluorescence and Fluorescence Microscopy. From Single Molecules to Biological Systems
• Photophysics and Photochemistry of Molecular Materials
• Physical Chemistry and Properties of Polymers
• Lasers and Laser Spectroscopy
• Physics of Beam-Solid Interactions
• Applied Rheology
• Electronic Transport
• Computational Methods in Solid State Physics
• Magnetic Resonance
• Scanning Probe Microscopy
• Biosensors and Bioelectronics
• Many Body Quantum Theory in Condensed Matter Physics
• Hyperfine Interactions
• Polymer Physics

Nuclear Physics

• Exotic Nuclei: Properties and Interactions
• Ionizing Radiation Detection Techniques
• Theoretical Nuclear Physics
• Research Methods in Nuclear Physics
• Computational Physics: Advanced Monte Carlo Methods
• Computational Physics: Molecular Dynamics Simulations
• Hyperfine Interactions
• Theory of Nucleosynthesis
• Radiation Protection
• Lasers and Laser Spectroscopy
• Physics of Beam-Solid Interactions

Theoretical Physics

• Computational Physics: Advanced Monte Carlo Methods
• Computational Physics: Molecular Dynamics Simulations
• Groups and Symmetries
• Galaxies and Cosmology
• Physical Modelling of Complex Systems
• High-Energy Astrophysics
• Analytical Mechanics
• Advanced Statistical Mechanics
• Capita Selecta in Theoretical Physics - A
• Capita Selecta in Theoretical Physics - B
• Mathematical Physics
• Electroweak and Strong Interactions
• Advanced Quantum Field Theory
• Early Universe Cosmology
• Polymer Physics
• Advanced Field Theory

Requirements

• Applicants should submit a satisfactory score on an internationally recognized test of English language proficiency: TOEFL (minimum score 94 internet-based with at least 19 for reading, 18 for Listening, 19 for speaking and 21 for writing) or IELTS (minimum score 7 overall, whilst at least 6,5 for reading, 6 for listening, 6 for speaking and 6 for writing).
• All applicants (EEA and non-EEA) will have to pay an application fee of 50 € to process their file.
• PDF scans of your diplomas and transcripts of academic records
• PDF scan of the translation of your diploma and official transcripts
• If you still have to take the test by the time you want to submit your application file, upload a proof of registration for the TOEFL or IELTS test in the meantime. The proof of registration should mention the date when you will be taking the test.
• PDF of the proof of payment of the application fee made either via bank transfer or via credit card
• PDF scan of the identity page of your passport
• PDF of your motivation letter (recommended size: one A4 page)
• PDF of your CV

Scholarships

• Master Mind Scholarships