MSc Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering
Stockholm, Sweden
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
SEK 342,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* non-EU/EEA/Swiss is 342,000 SEK.
Introduction
The master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering combines a strong foundation in electrical engineering with knowledge of electromagnetic fields, how they interact with matter and how to utilise them in technology. Students specialise in Microwave Engineering, Photonics, Plasma or Space. As the programme covers both theoretical and applied aspects of the field, graduates face diverse career opportunities in industry and academia.
Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering at KTH
Electromagnetic fields are the basis of telecommunications. They are employed, for example, to transmit high-speed data through optic fibres or mobile wireless systems. Additionally, electromagnetic fields are transmitted from objects in the universe, such as stars, providing essential information to help us understand the universe. A fundamental understanding of plasma is needed for controlling and generating fusion energy, the same source that powers the Sun and promises to power the Earth in the near future.
With these objectives in mind, the programme is built around four distinct focus areas. These four areas are defined as four specialisations with a common core of selected courses in plasma and electromagnetic theory.
- Microwave Engineering
- Photonics
- Plasma
- Space
Studies in the master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering are course-based. The academic year is divided into four study periods, and there are typically 2–3 courses running over a 10-week long study period. Mandatory courses are scheduled in the first two study periods of the programme, with the rest of the courses offered as electives from a wide range of topics.
The programme is set in an international environment, with students from an extensive number of nationalities. World-renowned professors teach all the courses in English. The variety of pedagogical methods offers opportunities to develop group communication skills and gain experience working on mixed teams. Research and industrialisation in communications, space and fusion is developed in international environments. KTH internationally leads several projects in space missions within NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), and the fusion reactor at ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor).
Participate in the research
There are plenty of opportunities to participate in the research and project work at the departments hosting the programme (such as space and plasma physics, electromagnetic engineering and fusion plasma physics). For example, these departments have individual project courses corresponding to eight weeks of work in non-scheduled time that can be transferred into conventional course credits.
Master's degree project
The degree project carried out in the final semester can be undertaken at KTH or in industry. In some cases, parts or the whole project can be completed abroad. Industry-oriented projects offer the possibility of joining Swedish or international companies after the master’s thesis. In research-oriented projects, part of the work is often aimed at publication in reputed peer-reviewed journals, providing opportunities to pursue PhD studies at KTH or other top universities or research centres.
Examples of degree projects made by former students:
- Numerical study of spectral densities of fluctuations in thermal plasma
- Graphene growth on SiC under Arambient and H-intercalation
- Efficient computation of the near-field mutual coupling between antennas on vehicles
- Ka-band 2D Luneburg Lens design with a glide-symmetric metasurface
- Analysis of the electric and magnetic fields' time variation inside the auroral oval region
- Modelling of collisionless alpha-particle confinement in Tokamaks
This is a two-year programme (120 ECTS credits) given in English. Graduates are awarded the degree of Master of Science. The programme is given mainly at KTH Campus in Stockholm by the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (at KTH).
Admissions
Curriculum
The two-year master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering consists of three terms of courses and one final term dedicated to the master's degree project. Each term consist of approximately 30 ECTS credits. Depending on which track you choose, you will study different courses. The courses presented on this page apply to studies starting in autumn 2024.
Year 1
Mandatory and conditionally elective courses from one track are elective on all other tracks.
New mandatory course will be given; EI2403 Electrotechnical Modelling 8 credits (replacecs EI2433 at 7,5 credits).
Mandatory courses for all tracks
- Theory and Methodology of Science with Applications (Natural and Technological Science) (AK2036) 7.5 credits
- Plasma Physics (EF2200) 6.0 credits
- The Sustainable Electrophysics Engineer (EF2222) 3.0 credits
- Classical Electrodynamics (EI2405) 7.5 credits
Year 2
Mandatory and conditionally elective courses from one track are elective on all other tracks.
Mandatory courses for all tracks
- Degree Project in Electrical Engineering, specialising in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering, Second Cycle (EA275X) 30.0 credits
- The Sustainable Electrophysics Engineer (EF2222) 3.0 credits
- Degree Project in Applied Physics, Second Cycle (SK202X) 30.0 credits
Program Outcome
Sustainable development
Graduates from KTH have the knowledge and tools for moving society in a more sustainable direction, as sustainable development is an integral part of all programmes. The three key sustainable development goals addressed by the master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering are:
- 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- 13 Climate Action
On completing the course, graduate students are expected to contribute to the creation of more sustainable cities. For example, they will learn how to produce efficient electromagnetic devices which can be used to produce driverless cars and to better control the traffic in our cities, thus reducing our environmental impact.
Graduates will contribute to the development of our industry and infrastructure. For example, electromagnetics is the basis for any communication system. Guided media, such as fibre optics, and antennas, are required to provide the transfer of data from/to our computers or phones. New communication systems will contribute to the development of more efficient infrastructures that are also more environmentally friendly.
On completing this programme, graduates will be able to help to reduce climate change. For example, students will learn about the recent advances in fusion and solar energies, which are two of the potential solutions for reducing the carbon emissions that are causing global warming.
Sustainable development
Graduates from KTH have the knowledge and tools for moving society in a more sustainable direction, as sustainable development is an integral part of all programmes. The three key sustainable development goals addressed by the master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering are:
- 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- 13 Climate Action
On completing the course, graduate students are expected to contribute to the creation of more sustainable cities. For example, they will learn how to produce efficient electromagnetic devices which can be used to produce driverless cars and to better control the traffic in our cities, thus reducing our environmental impact.
Graduates will contribute to the development of our industry and infrastructure. For example, electromagnetics is the basis for any communication system. Guided media, such as fibre optics, and antennas, are required to provide the transfer of data from/to our computers or phones. New communication systems will contribute to the development of more efficient infrastructures that are also more environmentally friendly.
On completing this programme, graduates will be able to help to reduce climate change. For example, students will learn about the recent advances in fusion and solar energies, which are two of the potential solutions for reducing the carbon emissions that are causing global warming.
- Telecommunications Engineer
- Microwave Engineer
- Space Engineer
- Fusion Reactor Designer
- Radiofrequency Designer
- Researcher on Electromagnetics
Scholarships and Funding
KTH offers four different scholarship opportunities for master's studies. The KTH Scholarship covers the tuition fee of a one or two year master’s programme. The KTH One-Year Scholarship is aimed at current KTH master's programme students and covers the tuition fee of the second year of studies. The KTH Joint Programme Scholarship is aimed at students in certain joint programmes and covers the tuition fee for the study period spent at KTH. The KTH India Scholarship is aimed specifically at students from India.
- KTH Scholarship
- KTH One-Year Scholarship
- KTH Joint Programme Scholarship
- KTH India Scholarship
Swedish Institute
The Swedish Institute (SI) offers a number of scholarships for students from targeted countries coming to Sweden.
KTH associated scholarship organisations
KTH cooperates with the following organisations providing scholarship opportunities for prospective KTH students.
- COLFUTURO (Programa Crédito Beca) for students from Colombia
- LPDP (Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education) for students from Indonesia
- FUNED for students from Mexico
Scholarship portals
IEFA database
The IEFA database offer a comprehensive scholarships search, grant listing and international student loan programmes.
Studyportals
The Studyportals scholarship database lists over 1,000 scholarship and grants for students worldwide applying for studies in the EU.
Scholars4dev
Scholarships for Development is a database of scholarships open to students from developing countries.
WeMakeScholars
WeMakeScholars helps students from India secure education loans from banks and NBFCs. They also lists more than 26,000 international scholarships from different trusts, foundations and govt. bodies.
Deferment of student loans in the United States
KTH is an accredited institution at the US Department of Education and holds a Title IV 'Deferment Only' status (OPE ID 03274300). US students may defer payments on existing federal student loan accounts while enrolled in a master’s programme at KTH. The 'Deferment Only' status does not allow students to take out federal student loans for enrolment at KTH. However, the accreditation facilitates grant and loan opportunities for US students as many private student loan institutions in the US use this designation as a requirement to grant new loans. Students who wish to defer payments must contact their lending institution in the US.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.
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Career Opportunities
KTH has an international reputation in plasma physics and has been the home of Hannes Alfvén, a pioneer in the field and Nobel Prize laureate. Today, the university is active in several aspects of the development of ITER, from plasma modelling to engineering material facing the plasma. Space research at KTH is carried out in both large international projects under ESA and NASA and in smaller collaborations with leading research centres and universities around Europe, the USA, South Africa and Japan.
Emphasis is placed on the field's theoretical and applied aspects with a multidisciplinary approach and proximity to real research applications – with many master's degree projects completed in international collaborations. The master's programme in Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering offers you a unique breadth of experience with a multitude of career prospects following your degree.
The knowledge acquired in this master's programme sets the foundation for working in the development of electromagnetic technology and hardware. For example, this technology is commonly used in communication systems and many of our students have been employed by companies, such as Ericsson or Huawei, to design antennas, microwave circuits and filters. Another common career path after their studies has been in the aerospace industry as an electromagnetic engineer for companies like SAAB.
After graduation
Telecommunications Engineer, Microwave Engineer, Space Engineer, Fusion Reactor Designer, Radiofrequency Designer, and Researcher on Electromagnetics.
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