Overview
Tackle global challenges like climate change and sustainable energy using advanced modeling and remote sensing. The Physics program from UIT the Arctic University of Norway offers broad opportunities in both theoretical and applied physics, preparing you for impactful careers in research, technology, and innovation.
The Master of Science in Physics is a disciplinary master's degree. The program provides the opportunity for taking specialization courses from a relatively large range and offered by several departments, followed by a master's thesis on a chosen topic (60 ECTS). A common course on sustainable innovation will give the students tools for creativity, innovation, project and teamwork. The program will provide students with a solid background and good knowledge of methods for conducting scientific work.
Careers
The program leads to a wide variety of career options both domestic and abroad within research, industry and administration.
You will have the opportunity to work with:
- Earth observation
- Application and system development
- Climate and energy management
- Consulting
- Environmental monitoring
- Climate modelling
- Sensor technology
- Rocket and space research
- Statistic analysis
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Pattern recognition
- Biomedical Instrumentation and Imaging
- Optical nanoscopy
- Signal processing
- Measurement techniques
- Applied remote sensing
- Computer architecture and organization
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Tromsø, Norway
Disciplines
Physics View 8 other Masters in Physics in NorwayWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to the Master’s program in Physics requires a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualifications. An additional requirement is specialization in physics worth the equivalent of minimum 80 ECTS.
- Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent issued in Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand: An average grade C as a minimum requirement.
- Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent issued in countries other than the above mentioned region/countries: An average grade B as a minimum requirement.
- Students are expected to have skills equivalent to the prerequisites the courses in the study program build upon.
- Valid international passport
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Proof of name change
- Completion/fullfilment documentation (applicable to certain countries.)
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents150500 NOK / year≈ 150500 NOK / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA NationalsFree
Additional Details
Applicants from countries within EU/EEA + Switzerland will not be charged a tuition fee for studying in Norway.
Living costs
Tromsø
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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