Master by Research in Engineering Physics, 120 credits, 120 hp

The Master by Research Programme in Engineering Physics targets students who are highly motivated to develop skills and knowledge for future career in academic or industrial research and development. This is also an excellent preparation for future doctoral studies. During the education the student works on a specific research question in collaboration with researchers at Mid Sweden University, as well as takes courses related to the research question.

About the programme

The programme contains a number of advanced level courses, but is dominated by your individual project that after two years will lead up to your Master thesis.

You will be a member of the physics research groups at FSCN (Fiber and Science Network) at Mid Sweden University, who carries out research in the field of nanomaterials and processes. You will be appointed an individual supervisor who will guide you through the work. Together with researchers, you take part in a research project and work both independently and together with others. The projects are typically in the field of materials physics and may include areas lika energy harvesting, energy storage, nanotechnology, thin film technology, etc.

Entry requirements

English course 6/English course B from Swedish Upper Secondary School (Gymnasium) or the equivalent.

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent (at least 180 credits/180 ECTS) in a relevant subject, for example Physics, Engineering Physics, Materials Science or equivalent.

Eligibility for available research project is assessed on the basis of the applicant’s bachelor’s degree project/thesis, a letter of motivation, and, where appropriate, through other documented experience relevant to the subject.

Selection

To apply, visit www.universityadmissions.se.

Required documents:

- Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies. The universities where you studied must be internationally recognized higher education institutions (university or university college).

- Transcripts of completed courses and grades for each semester included in your degree.

- Proof of English language skills equivalent to English studies at upper secondary (high school) level in Sweden, i.e. English 6/English course B.

- In addition, you must submit a letter stating your interest in the programme, and a ranking of your interests if more than one study project is offered to you.

You should also describe your background and its relevance to the subject in a Curriculum Vitae (CV), with your Bachelor’s thesis, individual projects, project portfolio and any experience that you wish to refer to attached.

Please note that your online application is complete when you have submitted your supporting documentation. Upload these documents to your personal account at universityadmissions.se as soon as possible but no later than (three weeks after the application deadline. For more information go to https://www.universityadmissions.se/intl/start.

Title of qualification

Masterexamen

Masterexamen med huvudområdet teknisk fysik, translated into Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Engineering Physics.

After the programme

During the programme, you will meet both researchers and companies that Mid Sweden University cooperate with. This way, you get useful contacts and experiences to prepare you for your future career.

Work experience contact

After having completed your Master’s thesis, there are good opportunities to work with research within academy or trade and industry, or in product development with new technology.