Applied Physics – (M.Sc.)

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Programme internationalization:

• Studying abroad is optional.

This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.

Specialities:

Fluid Physics:

Fluid physics is one of the largest disciplines of classical physics. The fascinating phenomena that are encountered in liquids and gases, ranging from the almost mathematical beauty of a droplet falling from a faucet to the chaos of large scale turbulence, have challenged and continue to challenge some of the worlds finest physicists, mathematicians and engineers. The Fluid Physics Track provides an in-depth training in the concepts of this lively and interesting field, comprising experimental, theoretical as well as numerical aspects. The training is concluded by a graduation assignment in one of the three research groups involved in the track: the Physics of Fluids group (POF), the Physics of Complex Fluids group (PCF) and the Computational Biophysics group (CBP).

Materials Physics:

The "Materials Physics" track looks at the physics of superconducting materials, very thin layers (nanometer scale) and the interaction between electrons and atoms. Research Groups: -The Low Temperatures group investigates physical processes active at temperatures near absolute zero, as well as superconducting materials and their applications. In addition, the group develops sensitive detectors and is currently working on powerful superconducting systems. - The Solid State Physics group investigates the physical properties of very thin layers and small clusters/chains of material. In this context, "very thin" is typically defined as only a few nanometres (one nanometre is one-billionth of a metre). - The Computational Materials Science group develops computer simulations to solve materials science problems by calculating the interaction between electrons and atomic nuclei.

Optics and Biophysics:

The 'Optics and Biophysics' track looks at research into life processes (e.g. DNA and proteins), fundamental research into the properties of light in artificial materials and laser physics. Research is done in four groups. The Biophysical Engineering group develops new technology to research the physics of life processes. This involves an investigation at the subcellular level and the development of new diagnostic techniques. The Optical Techniques group develops optical instruments, which can track individual light pulses by means of an optical switch or observe the behaviour of a single fluorescent molecule. Manipulating individual atoms is also possible. Research also addresses advanced image processing. The Laser Physics group develops new lasers, such as the Excimer Laser which can make small holes in steel. Other lasers can generate ultra short pulses which can be used to track very fast processes. Research is also being conducted into non-linear optical crystals. The Complex Photonic Systems group investigates complex optical systems. For this, researchers create artificial materials to manipulate photons and so generate fundamental knowledge on the properties of light.

Courses:

Graduation assignment(50 ECTS):
Course type: graduation
This course is given in year 2
This course is required to apply to.

Internship(20 ECTS):
Course type: internship
This course is given in year 1
This course is optional to apply to.

Accreditation

Accredited by: nvao in: Netherlands

Funding details

Scholarships / Grants:

University of Twente Scholarship: