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Overview
The Master of Science in Physics from KU Leuven is a research-based master’s programme in which you can specialise in the following fields of physics:
- Condensed Matter Physics
Cluster Physics, Surface and Interface Physics, Correlated Electron Systems, Semiconductor Physics, Soft Matter Physics, Physics of Biosystems
- Nuclear Physics
Physics Beyond the Standard Model, Structure of Exotic Nuclei: Decay, Reactions and Laser Spectroscopy, Theoretical Nuclear Physics
- Theoretical Physics
Complex Systems, Cosmology, Mathematical Physics, String Theory
Career perspectives
Many research positions are available in this field. There are excellent career opportunities in ICT, material research, electronics, consulting, government, banking, social profit sector, and within higher education. More than half the students who obtain a master’s degree in physics eventually start a PhD programme in one of the department’s research groups.
A number of graduates prefer to pursue a second master’s degree.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Historical and Social Aspects of Physics
- Experiments in Modern Physics
- Advanced Solid State Physics
- Advanced Nuclear Physics
- Advanced Soft and Biomatter Physics
- Quantum Field Theory
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 94
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics View 14 other Masters in Physics in BelgiumExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 94
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You must have obtained an academic bachelor’s degree in the field of physics.
- You should have a good command of both spoken and written English.
Make sure you meet all requirements
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International
1250 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1250 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
980 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 980 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Leuven
810 - 1280 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Physics.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
28 countries
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
1350 EUR
Grant
31 Oct 2022
Deadline
226 countries / Need-based
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Various benefits
Grant
31 Oct 2022
Deadline
226 countries / Merit-based
Finduddannelse Sustainability Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
22 Sep 2022
Deadline
225 countries / Merit-based
Education Future International Scholarship
200000 INR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline
226 countries
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
5000 USD
Grant
01 Apr 2023
Deadline
226 countries
Fulbright U.S. Student Program, 2022
Various benefits
Grant
11 Oct 2022
Deadline
225 countries / Merit-based
Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian students
100000 INR
Grant
30 Oct 2022
Deadline
Belgium / Merit-based
Government of Flanders Master Mind Scholarships for International Students
8400 EUR
Grant
06 Apr 2022
Deadline
50 countries / Merit-based
Study a Masters in Europe Scholarships
Various benefits
Grant
16 May 2022
Deadline
30 countries
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
1000 USD
Grant
30 Nov 2022
Deadline
Belgium / Merit-based
Bursaries for conference interpreting students
3000 EUR
Grant
20 Sep 2022
Deadline
226 countries
ServiceScape Scholarship
1000 USD
Grant
30 Nov 2022
Deadline
226 countries
ACES Scholarships
3500 USD
Grant
15 Nov 2022
Deadline
Worldwide / Merit-based
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
30 Dec 2023
Deadline
Worldwide
Study abroad Scholarship - Collect
10000 SEK
Grant
31 May 2023
Deadline
Worldwide / Merit-based
iVisa Annual Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
14 May 2023
Deadline
Worldwide
IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship
2000 EUR
Grant
30 May 2023
Deadline
Worldwide
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
30 Mar 2023
Deadline
Worldwide
Anonymous Hope Fund
3000 USD
Grant
Not specified
Deadline
Worldwide
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
8000 EUR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline
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