Programme structure
The programme option consists of
- theoretical curriculum (60 ECTS)
- master's thesis (60 ECTS)
You must refer to the programme's main page for general requirements regarding structure and completion.
Theoretical curriculum
The theoretical curriculum consists of courses and, if applicable, special curriculum amounting to a total of 60 credits. Refer to the minimum requirements for the composition of the theoretical curriculum on the programme’s main page.
Compulsory courses
The courses below are compulsory for the programme option. If you have already completed these courses or equivalent courses previously, you will be able to take additional elective courses as part of your theoretical curriculum.
- Either FYS3110 – Quantum Mechanics or FYS4110 – Modern Quantum Mechanics
- FYS3405/FYS4405 – Physics of Condensed Phases and Quantum Materials, new course from the spring semester of 2026
- FYS3415/FYS4415 – Quantum Computing, new course from the spring semester of 2025
Specialisation
You can specialise in experimental quantum technology or theoretical and numerical quantum science. You will select the courses in consultation with your advisor, based on your master’s project and interests. Below you will find recommended courses for specialisation.
Experimental Quantum Technology: Recommended Courses
- FYS4280 – Semiconductor Components
- FYS4430 – Condensed Matter Physics II
- FYS4310 – Material Science of Semiconductors
- FYS-MENA4111 – Quantum Mechanical Modelling of Nano Materials
Theoretical and Numerical Quantum Science: Recommended Courses
- FYS4110 – Modern Quantum Mechanics
- FYS4130 – Statistical Mechanics
- FYS4480 – Quantum mechanics for many-particle systems
- FYS5419 – Quantum computing and quantum machine learning
- FYS-MENA4111 – Quantum Mechanical Modelling of Nano Materials
Other Relevant Courses
- FYS4170 – Relativistic Quantum Field Theory
- FYS4411 – Computational Physics II: Quantum Mechanical Systems
- MENA5010 – Nanophysics
- TEK4010 – Optics and Light
- FYS4231 – Sensors and Measurement Technology
- FYS5429 – Advanced machine learning and data analysis for the physical sciences
- MAT3420 – Quantum Computing
- MAT4430 – Quantum information theory
Exchange
It is possible to complete parts of the master's programme abroad. We recommend going on exchange in the 2nd or 3rd semester. Refer to the programme's main page for general information about a semester abroad.
Master's thesis
The master's thesis consists of a 60-credit research project – this corresponds to 1 year. For more information about the master's thesis and choosing one, see the programme’s main page.
Diploma and degree
The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.