Master Year 1 Physics
Program information will be updated when admission opens.
| Year | Master Year 1 |
| Program | Physics |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | French or English depending on the major selected |
| Orientation | Research |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September |
| Degree awarded | Master’s degree obtained on completion of a second year of Master |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Gain solid experimental and theoretical scientific training in physics relating to current R&D challenges
Asset n°2
Acquire practical experience by completing a research internship
Asset n°3
Prepare for a PhD
Physics is a broad subject that ranges from pondering the origins of the universe to designing better electronic memory devices. The first-year Physics Master’s program is designed for students who want to obtain high-level training in experimental and theoretical physics, paving the way to enter a PhD program or build a career in industry.
The topics developed in this Physics Master correspond to the main lines of research in our laboratories, renowned for their excellence in various fields including theoretical physics (high energy physics, condensed matter theory and theoretical plasma physics), mathematical physics, particle physics (theoretical and experimental) and astrophysics, experimental condensed matter physics, nanosciences, optics and plasma physics, atomic physics and the physics of cold atomic gases, the conception and use of major research equipment.
The first year of the Master’s program is divided into five majors:
- Particle physics, astrophysics, cosmology
For students wishing to discover elementary blocks of matter and associated fundamental forces driving the evolution of our universe. - Particle physics, astrophysics, cosmology: International Track
Same topics but for highly motivated students hoping to complete the second year with a Master in high-energy physics at ETH-Zürich These students will obtain two Master’s degrees from two prestigious universities. - Laser, Optics, Light-Matter Interactions
For students interested in the interaction between light and matter, atomic optics and quantum optics. - Condensed Matter Physics
For students interested in condensed matter physics, nanoscience, mesoscopic physics or soft matter with the opportunity to specialize in experimental condensed matter physics or condensed matter theory. - International Track à-la-carte
For highly motivated, talented students looking to prepare a career in academia through an individualized interdisciplinary program with courses chosen from among the four other tracks.
Objectives
The first year of the Master’s program aims to:
- Provide students with a high level of experimental and theoretical scientific training based on a broad spectrum of research topics in physics
- Gain experience through immersion in research laboratories including a long research internship at the end of the academic year
Students who successfully complete the first year can enter one of the following second-year programs:
- Master Year 2 Nanosciences (Nano)
- Master Year 2 Quantum Devices (QD)
- Master Year 2 Materials Science and Nano-Objects (SMNO)
- Master Year 2 Concepts in Fundamental Physics (ICFP)
- Master Year 2 High Energy Physics (HEP)
- Master Year 2 Grands Instruments (GI)
- Master Year 2 Lasers, Optics, and Matter (LOM)
- Master Year 2 Plasma Physics and Fusion (PPF)
- Master Year 2 International Track (IT)
On graduation, students will be equipped to:
- Further their education by entering a PhD program in fundamental or applied physics
- Build a career in research or research & development in the higher education system or a public research institute
- Work in the private sector e.g. research engineer in a company requiring high-level scientific knowledge or using methodology inspired by the scientific domains
- Teach in higher and secondary education
Course details will be available when admission opens.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of a Bachelor of Science in physics aligned with the prerequisites specified in the Master 1 Majors, in France or abroad.
Language prerequisites
Specified in each Master Year 1 major (French or English).
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fees will be communicated when admission opens.
Find out more about scholarships
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Physics is a broad subject that ranges from pondering the origins of the universe to designing better electronic memory devices. The first-year Physics Master’s program is designed for students who want to obtain high-level training in experimental and theoretical physics, paving the way to enter a PhD program or build a career in industry.
The topics developed in this Physics Master correspond to the main lines of research in our laboratories, renowned for their excellence in various fields including theoretical physics (high energy physics, condensed matter theory and theoretical plasma physics), mathematical physics, particle physics (theoretical and experimental) and astrophysics, experimental condensed matter physics, nanosciences, optics and plasma physics, atomic physics and the physics of cold atomic gases, the conception and use of major research equipment.
The first year of the Master’s program is divided into five majors:
- Particle physics, astrophysics, cosmology
For students wishing to discover elementary blocks of matter and associated fundamental forces driving the evolution of our universe. - Particle physics, astrophysics, cosmology: International Track
Same topics but for highly motivated students hoping to complete the second year with a Master in high-energy physics at ETH-Zürich These students will obtain two Master’s degrees from two prestigious universities. - Laser, Optics, Light-Matter Interactions
For students interested in the interaction between light and matter, atomic optics and quantum optics. - Condensed Matter Physics
For students interested in condensed matter physics, nanoscience, mesoscopic physics or soft matter with the opportunity to specialize in experimental condensed matter physics or condensed matter theory. - International Track à-la-carte
For highly motivated, talented students looking to prepare a career in academia through an individualized interdisciplinary program with courses chosen from among the four other tracks.
Objectives
The first year of the Master’s program aims to:
- Provide students with a high level of experimental and theoretical scientific training based on a broad spectrum of research topics in physics
- Gain experience through immersion in research laboratories including a long research internship at the end of the academic year
Students who successfully complete the first year can enter one of the following second-year programs:
- Master Year 2 Nanosciences (Nano)
- Master Year 2 Quantum Devices (QD)
- Master Year 2 Materials Science and Nano-Objects (SMNO)
- Master Year 2 Concepts in Fundamental Physics (ICFP)
- Master Year 2 High Energy Physics (HEP)
- Master Year 2 Grands Instruments (GI)
- Master Year 2 Lasers, Optics, and Matter (LOM)
- Master Year 2 Plasma Physics and Fusion (PPF)
- Master Year 2 International Track (IT)
On graduation, students will be equipped to:
- Further their education by entering a PhD program in fundamental or applied physics
- Build a career in research or research & development in the higher education system or a public research institute
- Work in the private sector e.g. research engineer in a company requiring high-level scientific knowledge or using methodology inspired by the scientific domains
- Teach in higher and secondary education
Course details will be available when admission opens.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of a Bachelor of Science in physics aligned with the prerequisites specified in the Master 1 Majors, in France or abroad.
Language prerequisites
Specified in each Master Year 1 major (French or English).
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fees will be communicated when admission opens.
Find out more about scholarships