The Master in
Physics

provides students with advanced training in this field. They can specialise in subjects such as particle physics, quantum physics, theoretical physics, applied physics, and cosmology and particle astrophysics. They also get the chance to work with prestigious institutions, such as CERN, through the programme and its work placements. Students will acquire both a solid foundation in modern physics and expertise in their field of specialisation. Graduates commonly find employment in areas such as research, teaching and industry, and the modelling skills they develop are highly sought after in sectors such as economics and finance.

AVAILABLE ORIENTATIONS:

  • Applied physics
  • Quantum matter physics
  • Particle and nuclear physics
  • Theoretical physics
  • Cosmology and particle astrophysics
www.unige.ch/sciences/physique/physics-section/programs-study/master

Programme length

2 years (4 semesters)

Language of instruction

English

Conditions of registration

www.unige.ch/conditions/MA

Admission Conditions

A Bachelor in Physics, or an equivalent degree.

Applications

Deadline for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2024
(30 April 2024 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)

www.unige.ch/enrolment

The Master in Physics

4 semesters (max. 8 semesters) | 120 ECTS credits
Specialisation courses and electives, seminars, course work (60 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)

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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.

www.unige.ch/exchange

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.

Contact information

Mme Patrycja Paruch
T. +41 (0)22 379 62 48
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