Programme structure

The study programme consists of 60 ECTS credits of theoretical curriculum and a master's thesis of 60 ECTS. Please see the programme for general structure and requirements.

The study programme has four specializations

• Low energy quantum phenomenon
• Structure physics
• Disordered and complex systems
• Semiconductor physics

Mandatory course

• FYS4430 ¨C Condensed Matter Physics II

Low energy quantum phenomenon: recommended courses

• FYS4110 ¨C Modern Quantum Mechanics
• FYS4130 ¨C Statistical Mechanics

Structure physics: recommended courses

• FYS4340 ¨C Transmission Electron Microscopy, diffraction and spectroscopy I
• FYS5310 ¨C Electron Microscopy, Electron Diffraction and Spectroscopy II (continued)

Disordered and complex systems: recommended courses

• FYS4130 ¨C Statistical Mechanics
• FYS4460 ¨C Disordered Systems and Percolation

Semiconductor physics: recommended courses

• FYS4310 ¨C Material Science of Semiconductors
• FYS-MENA4111 ¨C Quantum Mechanical Modelling of Nano Materials

Other relevant courses

• MENA5010 ¨C Nanophysics
• FYS4130 ¨C Statistical Mechanics
• FYS4110 ¨C Modern Quantum Mechanics

There might also be other courses relevant for you. Please discuss options with either your supervisor or your contact person.

Study abroad

You can take parts of Your master abroad. We recommend study abroad in Your 2nd or 3rd semester. See more information regarding study abroad on the general programme webpage.