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
You must select at least two of the following courses. The list below shows which are relevant for which specialization:
FYS4110 – Advanced Quantum Mechanics FYS4130 – Statistical Mechanics FYS4160 – The General Theory of Relativity FYS4170 – Relativistic Quantum Field Theory FYS5120 – Advanced Quantum Field Theory FYS5190 – Supersymmetry
Students who have completed an equivalent course before admission can replace this with an elective course.
Specializations
You can specialize in the following areas:
- High energy theoretical physics
- Low energy theoretical physics
- Condensed matter physics
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 specialization.
High energy theoretical physics: recommended courses
FYS4160 – The General Theory of Relativity FYS4170 – Relativistic Quantum Field Theory FYS5120 – Advanced Quantum Field Theory FYS5190 – Supersymmetry
Low energy theoretical physics: recommended courses
FYS3400 – Condensed Matter Physics and Quantum Materials FYS4110 – Advanced Quantum Mechanics FYS4130 – Statistical Mechanics FYS4170 – Relativistic Quantum Field Theory FYS4130 – Statistical Mechanics FYS4430 – Condensed Matter Physics II
Condensed matter physics: recommended courses
FYS4130 – Statistical Mechanics FYS4430 – Condensed Matter Physics II FYS4460 – Disordered Systems and Percolation FYS4465 – Dynamics of Complex Media
Other relevant?courses
Numerical calculations are an important part of our research. The following courses will therefore be useful when working on the master's thesis.
FYS4150 – Computational Physics FYS4411 – Computational Physics II: Quantum Mechanical Systems FYS-STK4155 – Applied Data Analysis and Machine Learning
Other courses might?also be relevant for you. Please discuss options with either your supervisor or your contact person.
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.