Introduction
The two-year master studies in theoretical physics provide a high-level, internationally competitive training in theoretical physics, guiding to frontiers of modern research in the following main areas:
Compact stars
Classical and quantum gravity. Gravitational waves.
Neutrino physics
Quantum field theory and QCD, quark-gluon plasma
Quantum information and quantum optics.
Modern quantum mechanics, entanglement, nonlinear dynamics
Supersymmetric quantum mechanics, integrable models.
A comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to modern theoretical physics is provided in connection to the current research conducted at the Institute of Theoretical Physics. Students can join one of the active groups and take part in special projects.
The studies offer considerable flexibility and choice. You will be able to choose a path reflecting your intellectual tastes or career choices. You may prefer a broad theoretical education across subject areas or if you have already decided about your profile, you may follow a more selective path. With our diploma, you will be entitled to apply to the PhD School at the Department of Physics and Astronomy and develop your scientific career under the supervision of one of our faculty members.
We will assess your performance by one or several of the following means:
written exams
course work marked on a pass/fail basis
take-home papers
mini-projects.
The modes of assessment for a given course are decided by the course lecturer and will be published at the beginning of each academic year.
The course starts if the minimum number of three students enrolled for the first year.
We are international
At the Institute we used to have international students coming from a variety of countries including Germany, India, Italy, Iran, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Ukraine, USA. Our scientific staff is essentially international: Polish, German, Armenian, Italian, Japanese, Ukrainian. We presently guest long-term researchers from Iran and China.
Graduate destinations
Research in mathematical and theoretical physics, industry.
Structure of the course
Students are expected to have the basic skills in physics, mathematics, and programming obtained during the bachelor courses. The two-year program students do not choose defined specializations at the beginning of the studies. After broad formation during compulsory: Course I and II and Core Courses (compulsory two lectures chosen from the wider set) they have the opportunity to follow their individual interests by choosing among a wide range of the optional courses. During the second-semester students are supposed to have chosen a master thesis advisor. At this stage, the role of the advisor is to help students to choose an appropriate set of lectures.
Learning outcomes
By completing this program, you will:
gain a broad understanding of physics across the core areas studied in the Master in Theoretical Physics program;
develop your knowledge in selected areas of physics, close to the edges of current research;
develop techniques and knowledge of literature associated with your project area;
become familiar with the methods of research and inquiry used to advance your knowledge;
achieve a new level of self-direction and originality in tackling and solving research problems, and gain skill in the planning and execution of autonomous research.
Admission Requirements
Bachelor or Master degree certificate
Transcript of grades/supplement from bachelor or master studies
A certificate confirming English Language knowledge on B2 level
Passport photocopy
Digital passport size photo
