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Photonics – (M.Sc.)
University of Eastern Finland - Joensuu Campus
Master's Programmes in English| Application Deadline: | March 16 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free | ||
| Location: | Joensuu / Finland / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Eastern Finland - Joensuu Campus
The optical technologies are the enabling technologies of the 21st century.
The photonics industry plays an essential role in areas such as information and communication technology, lighting and manufacturing, image analysis, security, defense, space, life sciences and medical technology. The industry being active in these fields has an extraordinary demand for highly qualified professionals.
The International Master's Degree Programme in Photonics is a two-year programme taught in English at Department of Physics and Mathematics in University of Eastern Finland, Joensuu, Finland.
The objective of the programme is to educate students with outstanding skills needed both in international careers and post-graduate studies in optics, photonics and related fields. The programme covers all the important aspects of photonics from theory to practical work carried out in world-class facilities.
The Master's Degree Programme in photonics comprises of 120 ECTS credits, which can be completed in two years.
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The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Photonics is an international two year full time study program. Degree consists of 120 ECTS credits of studies in one main subject, photonics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The objective of Master’s degree in photonics is to give students good expertise on modern optics and photonics in both theoretical and experimental level. This contains ability to understand optical phenomena, design and analysis of optical systems, fabrication methods of photonics structures, and ability to scientific and technical communication in photonics. This all gives capability to work in photonics related companies as an expert and developer, and to continue to PhD studies in photonics. The education is based on high-quality photonics research in the department.
DEGREE STRUCTURE
Mandatory courses 72 ECTS
Optional courses 18 ECTS
MSc Thesis 30 ECTS
Total 120 ECTS
STUDIES CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING MODULES:
General studies provides basics for the further studies.
Core courses provides the fundamental basis for light and light-matter interaction.
Laboratory prcatices contains a large amount of practical working in photonics.
Waves and scattering consists of advanced topics on modern light propagation and scattering.
Light and Matter inspects light-matter interaction in microscopic level.
Displays, Colors, and Applications introduces some special topics on optics.
Other courses contains courses that can be included into the MSc degree.
Master thesis is your own large project.
In some of these modules, only the fundamental courses are mandatory and the student can then included optional courses to have a deeper insight into the area.
See further information on the courses and suggested timetable for studies on the programme website.
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Requirements
Each applicant must meet the following requirements:
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Physics or another discipline related to the programme, entailing proficiency in physics and mathematics.
2. English language proficiency may be proved by:
TOEFL: minimum of PBT 580/ IBT 90 or
IELTS: minimum of score 6.5 or higher or equivalent certificate or proof of adequate language skills.
3. Motivation and ability to study in competitive and demanding environment in a foreign country.
The applicant needs to apply through University Admissions Finland.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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