Facts & figures
Institute of Physics
English
Program
The goal of this program is to train professional physicists who have a broad overview of contemporary physics and are able to join research on their specialized fields.
This program is recommended to applicants who already have their BSc in physics and want to be research physicists by deepening their knowledge.
This program enables students to have broad background in the major fields of physics (atomic and molecular physics, condensed matter physics, nuclear physics, particle physics, statistical physics) and being being specialized in selected areas (astrophysics, atomic and molecular physics, nuclear and heavy ion physics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, computational physics, environmental physics, particle physics, statistical physics and complex system).
Tracks/Specializations:
Research Physicist Specialization
Astrophysics Module
Atomic and Molecular Physics Module
Nuclear and Heavy Ion Physics Module
Biological Physics Module
Condensed Matter Physics Module
Particle Physics Module
Statistical Physics and Complex Systems Module
The Physics MSc program offers both the development of a broad background in the major fields of physics (atomic and molecular physics, condensed matter physics, nuclear physics, particle physics, statistical physics), and the specialization in selected areas (atomic and molecular physics, astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, computational physics, environmental physics, particle physics, statistical physics and complex system). The types of courses taken by the students include lectures, problem-solving courses, student seminars, laboratory work, and a research project supervised by an expert in the field.
Structure
Career
The Physics MSc program offers both the development of a broad background in the major fields of physics (atomic and molecular physics, condensed matter physics, nuclear physics, particle physics, statistical physics), and the specialization in selected areas (atomic and molecular physics, astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, computational physics, environmental physics, particle physics, statistical physics and complex system). The types of courses taken by the students include lectures, problem-solving courses, student seminars, laboratory work, and a research project supervised by an expert in the field.
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PhD student: a natural continuation of the MSc studies.
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Physicist researcher: successfully completed MSc studies enable one to get a job in a research institute for physics.
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Applied physicist in industry, R&D sector: industrial research and development welcomes young physicists, from automobile/oil/space industry to mobile phone companies.
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Medical physicist: medical centers need professionals who are able to work with high-tech diagnostic devices.
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Physicist in informatics: informatics often needs professionals who know the physical concepts underlying a problem to be solved.
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Physicists in bank sector: the problem solving ability and knowledge of statistical methods enable physicists to work on monetary risk assessment or optimization problems.
Admissions
| EU/EEA students | Non-EU/EEA students | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee/semester | 4,190 EUR | 4,190 EUR |
| Application fee |
160 EUR (non-refundable)
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160 EUR (non-refundable)
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| Entrance exam fee | ||
| Other cost |
Entry requirements
Bachelor degrees in Physics can be accepted.
Additionally, Bachelor degrees in the fields of Chemistry, Environmental Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Engineering, Computer Science Engineering and Mathematics can be accepted, if the applicant has at least 65 ECTS credits in the following fields:
physics, physical chemistry, electronics, mechatronics – at least 25 credits
mathematics, computer science, programming – at least 18 credits (with at least 10 in mathematics) and other natural science (chemistry, materials science, etc.)
Language requirements
An internationally accredited language examination is required with at least a B2 CEFR level or equivalent result.
Examples of minimum level accepted:
TOEFL iBT 72 pts
IELTS 5.5
Alternatively, an official certificate issued by the applicant’s previous higher education institution can be accepted, stating that the applicant’s previous education (Bachelor’s degree) was completed entirely in English.
| Document |
| Online application form |
| Bachelor-level degree |
| Transcript of records |
| CV |
| Motivation letter |
| Letter of recommendation |
| Copy of the main pages of the passport |
| Passport photo |
| Medical certificate |
| Copy of application fee transfer |
| Language certificate |
The application starts at the online application system. Students need to register in the system, fill in the online application form, upload the required documents and follow the instructions during the application process.
Procedure of the entrance examination
The entrance examination consists of a written part and an oral part. Both are held through Skype, except if the applicant is staying in Budapest. In the latter case, the entrance examination is held at the Institute of Physics. The applicant will be notified about examination dates by e-mail.
In the written part, four problems are to be solved within 120 minutes. The problems are in classical mechanics, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics and statistical physics, all at BSc level.
Following the evaluation, those who pass the written part will be interviewed through Skype. The applicant will be notified about the result of the examination by e-mail.
Contacts
Dr. Gyula BENE
Program coordinator of the Physics MSc in English
International Coordinator
Mr. Péter MOLNÁR
inter@ttk.elte.hu
+36-1-372-2695
More information
Faculty Website
Prof. Dr. Sándor KATZ
Head of the Institute of Physics
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