Photonics and Quantum Materials

The MSc program is 2 years long: the first year is to strengthen your theoretical background, and the second year is to focus on research. Students have the freedom to choose courses and extracurricular activities to shape their individual trajectory, acquire soft skills, and gain entrepreneurial skills to prepare for job placement.
The key features of the Photonics and Quantum Materials program are:
Organized in joint network form with Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and St Petersburg Academic University
Gives the experience of application of acquired knowledge and skills to state of the art science and industry problems as individuals or as a part of the team
Develops broad knowledge of fundamental areas of Applied Physics and advanced theoretical knowledge and experimental training in a sub‐discipline
Provides strong interdisciplinary collaboration in different fields, spanning physics, material sciences, mathematics biophysics, and chemistry
Covers main topics in contemporary optics and condensed matter physics
Provides general insight into scientific work and ability to use top-end equipment, organize and successfully complete a research project

Our graduates shape their own futures by choosing from a variety of career opportunities in industry, science and business:
Landing specialist positions with major companies in the power industry or related sectors with high demand for energy and IT competences.
Landing PhD positions and continuing research at leading Russian and international research entities.
Starting a business on their own or through the Skolkovo innovation ecosystem with its extensive pool of experts, consultants and investors.

Linear algebra, Basic probability, Programming, General Physics (mechanics, electro-magnetism, thermodynamics). High level of English proficiency.
Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electric or Mechanical), or Bachelor Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics.If your education has not been conducted in English, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.