Program Overview

Introduction to the Applied Physics (MSc) Programme

The master Applied Physics is a two-year (120 EC) programme.

Planning Your Master

In the first year, students will take:

• 20 EC of compulsory basic science courses
• 20 EC of specialization courses (to specialize for a specific research group)
• 10/20 EC of electives

The second year is more practical, consisting of:

• An internship of 20 or 30 EC, in a company or research institute
• A 40 EC master assignment, mostly done at an applied physics research group

Specialization Options

Research is spread out over departments, including:

• Applied Nanophotonics (AP research groups: OS, COPS, AQO, NLNP, IOS)
• Bioengineering Technologies (AP research group: NBP)
• Biomedical Imaging & Sensing (AP research group: BMPI)
• Chemical Engineering (AP research group: PCF)
• Nano Electronic Materials (AP research groups: EMS, CCP, ICE, IMS, PIN, XUV)
• Molecules and Materials (AP research group: BE)
• Physics of Fluids

Each research group has its own selection of specialization courses that prepare students to do a master assignment at that particular group. The specific specialization and recommended courses per group can be found in the curriculum.

Study Planning

When students know which research group(s) they prefer, it is recommended to make a study planning for at least the first half year of their study. Students can use the study programme to make this planning. At the end of this period, they should make the final decision for their specialization and adapt their planning to this choice.

At any moment in the process, students can make an appointment with one of the study advisers for advice.