
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
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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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
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.