Program Overview

Introduction to the Master in Physics Program

The Master in Physics program aims to provide an advanced preparation in Physics, covering various sectors of modern Physics and its theoretical, experimental, and applied aspects. The program also focuses on developing a solid mastery of the scientific method of investigation, with knowledge of specialist topics in recent research in Physics.

Program Details

• The Master in Physics is a two-year program with 120 ECTS.
• The program has free access and is taught in both Italian and English.
• The program is divided into five curricula:
  • Physics
  • Astrophysics and Space Science
  • Atmosphere Physics and Meteorology
  • Physics of Complex Systems and Big Data
  • Physics of Fundamental Interactions and Experimental Techniques
• The "Physics" and "Physics of the Atmosphere and Meteorology" curricula are taught in Italian.
• The Astrophysics and Space Science, Physics of Fundamental Interactions and Experimental Techniques, and Physics of Complex Systems and Big Data curricula are taught in English.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master in Physics program will have:

• In-depth and flexible training, attentive to the most recent developments in scientific research and technology.
• High scientific and operational preparation in the disciplines that characterize the class.
• In-depth knowledge of measuring instruments and data analysis techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of mathematical and IT support tools.
• Ability to operate with wide autonomy, even taking on responsibility for projects and structures, in the field of scientific and technological research and innovation.
• Ability to use the specific knowledge acquired, depending on the curriculum, or for the use and design of sophisticated measuring instruments or for the modeling of complex systems in the various fields of science and also in areas other than science.
• Ability to use fluently, in written and oral form, at least one language of the European Union in addition to Italian, with reference also to disciplinary and technical lexicons.

Career Opportunities

The Master in Physics program prepares students for the professions of:

• Physicists
• Meteorologists
• Biophysicists
• Researchers and technicians graduated in physical sciences Graduates will have access to the PhD program and can pursue careers in universities, research institutes, and industries dealing with microelectronics, telecommunications, optics, and information technologies.

Program Structure

The Master in Physics program offers different study plans in the areas of:

• Structure of Matter
• Physics of Biosystems
• Theoretical physics
• Electronics and Cybernetics The different curricula and study plans correspond to the different research activities in the Physics Department.

Program Coordination

The program is coordinated by Prof. Roberto Senesi, with a coordination group that includes:

• Vice-coordinator: Prof.ssa Viviana Fafone
• Orientation in Entrance: Prof.ssa Viviana Fafone
• Orientation in Itinere: Prof. Nazario Tantalo, Prof. Roberto Frezzotti
• Coordination of internal and external stage activities: Prof.ssa Anna di Ciaccio
• Organization of the meeting with social parties: Coordinator and Vice-coordinator
• Organization of the inaugural day: Dr. Francesco Stellato and Dr. Velia Minicozzi
• Update of information on the Macroarea website and Student Guide: Coordinator
• Calls for meritorious students and Excellence Paths: Prof. Mauro Sbragaglia and Prof.ssa Annalisa D'Angelo
• Macroarea calls (Incentives, Tutors, and Part-time): Dr. Francesco Stellato (Tutoring) and Dr. Velia Minicozzi (Incentives)
• Control of the Didactic Plan: Dr. Luca Camilli

Teaching Secretariat

The Teaching Secretariat of the Physics Study Course is managed by Samanta Marianelli, with reception hours on Monday and Friday from 10:00 to 12:00 and Wednesday from 14:00 to 16:00.