Smart Nanostructures and Condensed Matter Physics, M.Sc.

Overview

Along with lecture courses, the Smart Nanostructures and Condensed Matter Physics program at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) pays great attention to the work of students in research groups working in promising areas of modern physics: nanostructures and nanostructured materials, condensed matter physics, physics of advanced materials possessing unique properties.

Key points

• basic background and research experience in the top of modern physics

• potential to R&D in a variety of fields

• excellent analytical, critical and problem-solving skills

• communication and study skills: ability to manage their own learning and to make use of primary research sources and reviews

• transferable skills necessary for employment: initiative, decision making and ability to undertake further professional training

Career Opportunities

Upon graduating from the Master program, students will have the skills necessary for a successful career as a research physicist, whether in industry, academia or elsewhere. Our graduates have the potential to work in a variety of fields, from the development and application of new functional nanostructures and materials to high-technology start-ups.