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Physics and Astronomy – (M.Sc.)
Chalmers University of Technology
Masters Programmes in English| Application Deadline: | January 16 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free - ≈ € 15,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Gothenburg / Sweden / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | August |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Understanding the basic laws of physics has posed a challenge since the birth of modern science. The area is of great intrinsic interest, and forms the basis for other branches of science. Trying to probe the smallest structures of matter and the largest structures of the Universe drives the development of new technologies.
Graduates have good knowledge of basic physics and specialised knowledge in a chosen subfield of physics and astronomy. They are able to construct mathematical models and/or design and conduct experiments in physics and astronomy as well as in applied science and engineering. In addition, they have experience in scientific communication and from working on projects.
Who should apply
The programme is intended for students with a keen interest in either the theoretical or experimental aspects of frontline physics and astronomy. Through elective courses, students can specialise in theoretical and/or experimental
aspects of particle physics, subatomic physics or astronomy.
Why apply
The graduates' expertise in abstract problem solving and advanced experimental techniques, combined with project, collaboration and presentation skills, is highly valued on the job market. Previous students have found positions in, e.g., industrial research, consulting, product development, management, financial analysis, teaching and at research institutes. The programme is also excellent preparation for an academic career and many students continue to PhD studies in a variety of fields.
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Research connections
The programme has close connections to leading labs around the world. Within particle and subatomic physics, these include facilities such as the particle accelerators at CERN and GSI. Within astrophysics, students can use telescopes at Onsala Space Observatory, the Swedish National Facility for Radio Astronomy.
Several large international research facilities are under construction or being planned: the fusion facility ITER (Cadarache, France), which aims to resolve the world’s energy problems by providing a sustainable source of energy, the super-microscope ESS (Lund, Sweden) and the FAIR facility for subatomic physics (Darmstadt, Germany). Three new giant telescopes, ALMA, SKA and E-ELT, will be able to study the atmosphere of exoplanets. These projects provide very exciting job prospects for a student with a degree in physics and astronomy.
Elective courses
Students can choose from a wide range of elective courses, including the following:
* Radioastronomical Techniques and Interferometry
* Relativistic Astrophysics
* Stellar Structure and Evolution
* Computational PhysicsQuantum Matter
* Quantum Informatics
* Condensed Matter Physics
* Statistical Physics II
* Modern Imaging, Spectroscopy and Diffraction Techniques
* Image processing
* Remote Sensing
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Requirements
Undergraduate profile
Major in Engineering Physics, Physics, Chemical Engineering with Physics, Electrical Engineering or Engineering Mathematics.
Prerequisites
Mathematics 30 cr. (including Linear algebra, Multivariate analysis, Fourier analysis), Mechanics, Electromagnetic field theory and Quantum physics
English Language Proficiency
There are several ways of proving that you possess the required level of English language proficiency. Most commonly this is done by submitting one of the approved English language tests.
The following language tests and minimum scores will be accepted as proof of English language proficiency when applying for Master's programmes at Chalmers (starting in 2012)
* IELTS (academic training), 6.5 (with no part of the test below 5.5)
* TOEFL (paper based): 575 (with a minimum of 4.5 on the written part)
* TOEFL (Internet based): 90 (with a minimum of 20 on the written part)
English language proficiency is also proven by the following
* Cambridge CPE or CAE English tests: Pass
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 575 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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