Master of Physics

Studying Master of Physics at Latvia University in Latvia:

The aim of the master’s study programme “Physics” is to prepare highly qualified and internationally competitive master-level physics specialists for the labour market, providing an opportunity to specialise in sub-disciplines of physics specific to Latvia with high research and innovation potential and stimulating the acquisition of interdisciplinary competence during studies. University of Latvia offers specializations in solid state and material physics, physics of continuous media, atomic, molecular and optical physics, theoretical physics as well as a list of interdisciplinary courses related to quantum computing, physical chemistry, etc. The program is organized in collaboration with Daugavpils University (located in Daugavpils, Latvia), which offers the specialization in technology physics.

Necessary information:

Degree to be achieved: Master of Natural Sciences in Physics
Duration of studies: 2 years
Type of studies: Full time
Amount of credits: 80 credit points or 120 ECTS
European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level: Level 7
International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) level: Level 7
Language of instruction: English
Accreditation: Study programme is licenced, will be accredited within two years (according to national legislation)

Tuition fee 

Tuition fee per year – 2600 EUR. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and EU long-term resident status holders can compete for a state-financed study place.

ERASMUS+ exchange possibilities

UL full-time students, regardless of their citizenship, have the opportunity to apply for the ERASMUS + exchange program for studies or/and traineeship.

Curriculum:

Tasks of the study programme
1) To encourage students to develop as professionals in the field by providing the opportunity to complement the knowledge and skills acquired in the BSc programme in their chosen specialisation in physics.
2) To give students the opportunity to gain experience in independent research under the guidance of a supervisor.
3) To enhance students’ scientific research skills and competence in analysing research problems.
4) To develop students’ critical and creative thinking, reasoning and decision-making skills, and the ability to apply acquired knowledge and competences in physics and interdisciplinary research.
5) Ensure flexibility of the restricted elective part of the study programme in line with labour market requirements.
6) Ensure effective and monitorable delivery of the planned programme results.
7) To create the conditions for graduates to successfully pursue studies at doctoral level

Career opportunity:

Already during study time most students get involved in research projects and are employed by one of the research labs and institutes of the University of Latvia or innovative companies. After graduation, you can continue your academic growth in doctoral studies or immediately enter the labour market. Our graduates are in high demand for doctoral studies both at the University of Latvia and abroad.

Application Requirements:

applicants must have:

• A bachelor’s degree or a second level professional higher education (or equivalent higher education) in physics, mathematics OR
  a bachelor’s degree or second level professional higher education (or equivalent higher education) in natural sciences or engineering, which must include assessment in physics subjects (not less than 5 credit points) and mathematics subjects (not less than 4 credit points)
• The average grade in study courses must be 60% of the maximum
• As a part of the admission process applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview

English language requirements:

International applicants who wish to enter this university and study at different levels in English must prove that they have enough English language proficiency to study at this university.

If the applicants did not pass English language tests, they can take the online English test of this university and pay 40.00 EUR. Overall, it is critical to know that applicants with previous international education in the English language (like secondary or high school) do not need to present an English language certificate.

Deadlines and intakes:

Autumn Intake (application start: 19 Oct 2022; studies start in Sept 2023)