Applied Physics – (M.Sc.)

The Department of Physics at the University of Groningen offers a training for a master's degree which is accessible for foreign students who have already a solid background in physics or applied physics at bachelor level, but who are eager to enlarge their knowledge and experience to obtain a master's degree in an environment of modern physics research.

The master's degree (MSc. Applied Physics) offered by the University of Groningen is equivalent to the Dutch academic degree of 'ingenieur' (ir.).

The Master´s degree programme in Applied Physics is open to students who already have a solid background in physics or applied physics, and who are eager to expand their knowledge and experience to obtain a Master´s degree in a modern applied physics research environment. The programme focuses on material engineering and device physics.

The Master´s degree programme in Applied Physics is primarily meant for students who want to become researchers and developers in an industrial environment. However, many graduates continue on to a PhD project after obtaining their Master´s degree, either in Groningen or elsewhere.

In the Master´s degree programme the student acquires skills as a researcher in applied physics. Teamwork, communication and presentation are also important qualities to be developed. In many cases considerable IT skills are developed as well. These general competences, together with the analytical skills typical of researchers, guarantee that graduates are widely employable. Most applied physicists find jobs in an entrepreneurial environment where a strong background in physics is necessary.