MSc in Laser and Fiber Optic Systems
Saint Petersburg, Russia
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
RUB 321,800 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* applications start February 1st, 2023
Introduction
Students are trained to do research and development in the field of laser and fiber optic systems. Skills to carry out research in the field of info-communications and to develop advanced optical communication systems are given. Practical skills are obtained during the research works.
Program profile. Major areas of expertise:
- Basics of technology of optoelectronic devices
- Fiber-optic communication lines and systems
- Laser physics
- Optics and spectroscopy
- Info-communication technologies
Key Points
- Basic background and research experience in the field of modern fiber optic and laser systems.
- Potential for R&D in the fields of laser physics and optics.
- Analytical, critical, and problem-solving skills.
- Transferable skills, necessary for employment: initiative, decision making, and ability to undertake further professional training.
Program Partners
- National Instruments (USA)
- Schlumberger (France)
- Corning (USA)
- Lazer Zentrum Hannover (Germany)
- Technical University of Munich (Germany)
- Tsinghua University (China)
- Vietnam Research Institute of Electronics, Informatics, and Automation (Vietnam)
- A.F. Ioffe Physical-Technical Institute (Russia)
- Concern CSRI Elektropribor (Russia)
- Scientific Industrial Enterprise “Radar MMS” (Russia)
Curriculum
Curriculum (General Modules)
| Modules | ECTS |
| Theory of Building Communication Systems and Networks | 4 |
| Laser Systems and Quantum Electronics | 3 |
| Information Processing. Optical Signal Processing. Space-Time Signal Processing | 5 |
| Devices and Components of Fiber-optic Telecommunication Systems | 5 |
| Fiber-Optic Systems and Sensors | 4 |
| Fundamentals of Quantum Optics | 3 |
| Light Propagation in Nonlinear Media | 4 |
| Methods of Simulation and Optimization | 3 |
| Spectroscopy of Materials for Laser Technologies | 2 |
| Theory of Electromagnetic Compatibility of Radioelectronic Facilities and Systems | 3 |
| Modern Information Technologies | 3 |
| Laser Technologies and Holography | 3 |
| Elective Courses (Practice on Laser and Fiber-Optic Technologies) | 10 |
| Humanitarian Module | 8 |
| Master’s Thesis and Research Work | 60 |
| Total | 120 |
Career Opportunities
Upon graduation of this course, one may pursue positions in R&D departments in international companies in the field of telecommunication and optic systems. There is also an option to continue studies and get a Ph.D.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
The scholarship covers tuition fees and accomodation fees, as well as a monthly stipend.
Two options for getting the scholarship:
1. For 2023/2024 academic year - Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education scholarship (so-called quota)
Application period: December 20, 2022 - February 20, 2023
To apply for the quota of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia https://education-in-russia.com
- Sign up and submit an application form online
- Choose the Polytechnic University your Priority #1
- Attach your scanned documents
- Pass a competitive selection in your country
- Get your visa and arrive to study in Russia!
2. For 2024/2025 academic year - International Olympiad ""Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project"" for Master's Degree and Ph.D. studies
You can also participate in the International Olympiad ""Open Doors: Russian Scholarship Project"" co-organized by Polytechnic University. The winners have an opportunity to pursue their Master's and Ph.D. degrees for free. The Olympiad is intended for both international applicants and SPbPU students in their final years of Bachelor's, Specialist's, or Master's studies http://opendoors.spbstu.ru/english.html
- Qualifying round (registration, portfolio contest is held online)
September 15 –December 10, 2023 - Final round (online test)
January 11 – January 30, 2024 - Interview round (for the doctoral track – Ph.D. applicants)
March 1 – March 19, 2024