Program Overview

Master Program in Physics

The Master program in Physics offers a broad spectrum of courses and provides students with an in-depth education in specialized areas, such as particle physics, quantum matter physics, theoretical physics, applied physics, or cosmology. The curriculum and internships offer students the opportunity to work alongside prestigious institutions such as CERN, ESA, and NASA.

Study Programmes

Students must choose among the following study programmes:

• Particle physics
• Quantum Science and Information
• Theoretical physics
• Physics of Complex Systems
• Cosmology and Astrophysics of Particles It is possible to initially choose more options and focus on one during the second year.

Study Programme Details

• 4 semesters (max. 8 semesters)
• 120 ECTS credits
• Mandatory and optional courses, seminars, exercises: 60 credits
• Master thesis: 60 credits

Registration

• Deadline: 30 April
• (28 February for applicants subject to a visa because of their nationality, as set forth in Swiss federal regulations)

University Taxes

• 500 CHF / semester

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar is available on the university's website.

Level of French Required

No French proficiency test is required for non-Francophones.

Regulation Rules

Regulation rules for the new master program are available in French.

Duration of Studies

• 2 years (4 semesters)

Language of Instruction

• English
• There is no request to follow a course in French

Admission Conditions

• A Bachelor in Physics, or an equivalent degree
• Degrees obtained at a university that has signed the Bologna Agreements are automatically recognized by the University of Geneva
• Otherwise, authorization by the Physics Section equivalency committee is required

Professional Prospects

The Master in Physics leads to a number of opportunities both in Switzerland and abroad, including:

• Research
• Industry
• Medical applications
• Climatology, energy, environmental applications
• Teaching
• Finance, management, etc.

Mobility

Students may earn up to 30 credits while on exchange. They may also conduct research outside the university, under the supervision of a faculty member, or do a work placement at a leading external laboratory in order to complete their Master's degree.

• Mobility advisor at Physics Section: Domenico della Volpe