Applied Physics
Physics is the cornerstone of groundbreaking scientific research in various fields, including clean energy, communication and information technologies, and health and environmental sciences.
In this master’s programme, you will develop your expertise in materials science with a focus on semiconductor technology, smart materials, superconductors, applied physics instrumentation, computational physics and data analysis of experiments.
Upon completing this programme, you will become an expert in applied, industrial, and experimental physics.
You will:
- Develop skills in applied physics with a focus on semiconductor technology, smart materials, superconductors, experimental physics instrumentation, and computational physics, including data analysis of experiments.
- Learn the basic theory, problem solving practices, and computational and experimental methods of applied physics.
- Utilise physics in the development of various fields, including clean energy, communication and information technologies, and health and environmental sciences.
Eligible previous degrees
University, all countries:
- Bachelor of Science in Technology, or closely related to Technology
University of Applied Sciences (UAS), EU/EEA countries and Switzerland:
Bachelor of Engineering
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible to apply to the programme, you must have completed the following studies by the application deadline:
- a sufficient amount of studies supportive to Applied Physics:
- Classical Physics, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Mathematics
- CV
- Letter of Motivation (max. 500 words) , the applicant justifies his/her application for the Master's programme, demonstrates his/her knowledge of the subject, compares the subject with his/her strengths and explains how the degree supports his/her career plans. The applicant may also present other reasons for applying.
- Certificates of Employment. Applicants must include their certificates of employment to the work experience they have listed. The certificates must indicate whether the job was full-time or part-time and the percentage of part-time compared to full-time (100%).
Certificate of employment is an official document from your employer specifying
- the starting date of your employment,
- the date of termination of your employment, or an indication if employment is continuing,
- the nature of your work, e.g. job description, duties, and responsibilities.
It must also include the name and contact details of the employer and be signed or electronically authenticated by the employer.
- Physicist: roles in academia and research institutes such as CERN, specialising in instrumentation, data analysis, and scientific computing.
- Project engineer: opportunities in various industries and research organisations such as VTT.
- Researcher: positions available at institutions such as the Helsinki Institute of Physics, CERN, universities, and VTT.
- R&D specialist: roles in both academia and industry focusing on research and development.
- Junior researcher: opportunities within LUT's graduate school for doctoral research and academic growth.
