Program Overview

Program Overview

The M1 Large Scale Accelerators and Lasers - Erasmus Mundus Lascala is a master's program that aims to train experts in the most advanced experimental and theoretical tools and concepts in accelerators, high power lasers, and associated advanced sources, as well as in their applications for science and society.

Objectives

The program's objectives include:

• Training experts in the most advanced experimental and theoretical tools and concepts in accelerators, high power lasers, and associated advanced sources
• Preparing students to develop innovative ideas and enterprises related to large scale facilities
• Addressing the increasing demand for highly skilled scientists and engineers ready to contribute to this adventure and enter the job market with solid skills

Program Structure

The program includes:

• Classes
• Tutorials
• Project-based trainings
• Research-based trainings
• Seminars by international speakers
• Up-to-date technology demonstrations
• Visits and practices on large scale facilities

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for graduates include:

• Researcher in R&D or expert in modeling and data analysis in cutting-edge companies or laboratories
• Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Engineer in Machine Learning in innovative sectors (tech, finance, health, energy, etc.)
• Doctoral studies

Fees and Scholarships

• The amounts may vary depending on the program and personal circumstances
• More information on tuition fees and scholarships is available

Admission

• Admission route: Physique
• Capacity: 25 available places
• Target audience: Students with a solid background in fundamental or applied physics
• Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in physics
• Application period: From 30/01/2026 to 25/04/2026
• Supporting documents:
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
  • Transcripts of all validated years/semesters
  • Certificate of English level
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Additional supporting documents may be required

Program Details

• The program is a full-time academic program
• The medium of instruction is English
• Scholarships are available
• The program includes a 6-month internship in the academic sector or industry
• An intensive summer school fosters students' entrepreneurial skills, including economy management, communication, patent law, and technology transfer courses
• The program has a strong partnership with SMEs and research & innovation centers, allowing students to strengthen their professional skills and build their international network

Research Areas

• Intense lasers
• Accelerators
• Gravitational wave detectors

Education

• The program is part of the French Higher Education System
• The program includes classes, tutorials, project-based trainings, and research-based trainings
• Students will take advantage of seminars by international speakers, up-to-date technology demonstrations, as well as visits and practices on large scale facilities

Internationalization

• The program is part of the European University Alliance for Global Health - EUGLOH
• The program has partners in several countries, including Lund University, Sapienza University of Rome, and the University of Szeged
• The program includes internationalization, languages, and cultures as part of its curriculum

Campus Life

• The program is located on the Université Paris-Saclay campus
• The campus offers various services, including accommodation, international mentoring programs, digital services, arts and sports, libraries, and student health services

About Université Paris-Saclay

• Université Paris-Saclay is a member of European and international networks, including CESAER, EUA, EUF, LERU, and U7+
• The university coordinates the EUGLOH European University Alliance
• The university has a strong partnership with SMEs and research & innovation centers, allowing students to strengthen their professional skills and build their international network