Master Year 1 High Energy Physics
| Year | Master Year 1 |
| Program | High Energy Physics |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English |
| 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
Prepare for a PhD
Asset n°2
Follow a high-level program in both theoretical and experimental high-energy physics
Asset n°3
Follow a Dual Degree at École polytechnique and ETH Zürich
High-energy physics is devoted to the study of elementary blocks of matter and associated forces. This relies on particle collider experiments at very high energy or very large beam intensities, as well as highly sensitive detectors. These experimental devices give access to the laws of physics at very short distances. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC), launched in September 2008 at CERN, is the most spectacular example to date. The theoretical description of the laws of nature is based on mathematical theories characterized by their intrinsic simplicity and predictive power, and which incorporate the symmetries of physical phenomena.
The High-Energy Physics Master’s program offers comprehensive theoretical and experimental training in high-energy physics covering a wide range of fields and applications: particle physics, astroparticle physics, standard model of electroweak interactions and its extensions, strong interactions and quantum chromodynamics, tools and methods in experimental physics, general relativity, string theory and cosmology.
The first year of this Master’s program allows students to build solid, wide-reaching knowledge in the field. The program offers an International Track leading to a dual degree from two prestigious institutions, Institut Polytechnique de Paris and ETH Zürich. The dual degree curriculum has a common design drawing on a selection of courses from the two institutions.
Objectives
The two-year High Energy Physics Master’s program aims to:
- Provide students with coherent theoretical and experimental training in high energy physics addressing a broad spectrum of fields and applications: particle physics, astroparticle physics, standard model of electroweak interactions and its extensions, strong interactions and quantum chromodynamics, tools and methods in experimental physics, general relativity, string theory and cosmology
- Provide students with supervision from research professors recognized in their field of research
- Master the following knowledge and skills:
- fundamental knowledge and understanding of high energy physics
- knowledge of standard methods and techniques
- in-depth knowledge in at least one advanced field of research: theoretical physics or experimental physics
- in-depth awareness of the interfaces between their field of specialization and other disciplines, in part, through interdisciplinary projects
To complete the Master's degree, first-year students can enter the second year of the master of High Energy Physics
On graduation, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD paving the way for a career as a researcher in academia or industry.
Common courses
|
Elementary particle physics |
36h 5 ECTS Anglais |
|
Relativistic fields and their quantization |
36h 5 ECTS Anglais |
Options
Students must get at least 20 ECTS per trimester
|
Stellar astrophysics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum optics: lasers |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum physics of electrons in solids |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Symmetry groups in subatomic physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Numerical physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Cosmology |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Foreign/French language |
30h 2 ECTS |
Common courses
|
Perturbative quantum field theory |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Advanced particle physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
Options
Students must get at least 20 ECTS per trimester
|
General relativity |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum optics 2: photons |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Experimental aspects of high-energy physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Black holes, neutron stars and associated phenomena |
36h 5 ECTS English |
Research internship (mandatory) for at least 16 weeks in April-July - 20 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of a Bachelor of Science in physics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- An excellent academic record in fundamental physics and mathematics
Language prerequisites
- English is mandatory
- Notions of French are highly desirable.
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
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
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High-energy physics is devoted to the study of elementary blocks of matter and associated forces. This relies on particle collider experiments at very high energy or very large beam intensities, as well as highly sensitive detectors. These experimental devices give access to the laws of physics at very short distances. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC), launched in September 2008 at CERN, is the most spectacular example to date. The theoretical description of the laws of nature is based on mathematical theories characterized by their intrinsic simplicity and predictive power, and which incorporate the symmetries of physical phenomena.
The High-Energy Physics Master’s program offers comprehensive theoretical and experimental training in high-energy physics covering a wide range of fields and applications: particle physics, astroparticle physics, standard model of electroweak interactions and its extensions, strong interactions and quantum chromodynamics, tools and methods in experimental physics, general relativity, string theory and cosmology.
The first year of this Master’s program allows students to build solid, wide-reaching knowledge in the field. The program offers an International Track leading to a dual degree from two prestigious institutions, Institut Polytechnique de Paris and ETH Zürich. The dual degree curriculum has a common design drawing on a selection of courses from the two institutions.
Objectives
The two-year High Energy Physics Master’s program aims to:
- Provide students with coherent theoretical and experimental training in high energy physics addressing a broad spectrum of fields and applications: particle physics, astroparticle physics, standard model of electroweak interactions and its extensions, strong interactions and quantum chromodynamics, tools and methods in experimental physics, general relativity, string theory and cosmology
- Provide students with supervision from research professors recognized in their field of research
- Master the following knowledge and skills:
- fundamental knowledge and understanding of high energy physics
- knowledge of standard methods and techniques
- in-depth knowledge in at least one advanced field of research: theoretical physics or experimental physics
- in-depth awareness of the interfaces between their field of specialization and other disciplines, in part, through interdisciplinary projects
To complete the Master's degree, first-year students can enter the second year of the master of High Energy Physics
On graduation, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD paving the way for a career as a researcher in academia or industry.
Common courses
|
Elementary particle physics |
36h 5 ECTS Anglais |
|
Relativistic fields and their quantization |
36h 5 ECTS Anglais |
Options
Students must get at least 20 ECTS per trimester
|
Stellar astrophysics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum optics: lasers |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum physics of electrons in solids |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Symmetry groups in subatomic physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Numerical physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Cosmology |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Foreign/French language |
30h 2 ECTS |
Common courses
|
Perturbative quantum field theory |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Advanced particle physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
Options
Students must get at least 20 ECTS per trimester
|
General relativity |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Quantum optics 2: photons |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Experimental aspects of high-energy physics |
36h 5 ECTS English |
|
Black holes, neutron stars and associated phenomena |
36h 5 ECTS English |
Research internship (mandatory) for at least 16 weeks in April-July - 20 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of a Bachelor of Science in physics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- An excellent academic record in fundamental physics and mathematics
Language prerequisites
- English is mandatory
- Notions of French are highly desirable.
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
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.