Master in fundamental physics: international centre for fundamental physics (ICFP)
Language(s) of instruction: English (100%)
Length of study: 2 years, full time
Partners:
Course Location: Classes are held in the heart of Paris, on the campuses of the participating institution.
Degrees awarded: Master Physique fondamentale et applications – Parcours : International Centre for Fundamental Physics. The degree awarded after two years is a “diplôme national de master” (120 ECTS- equivalent to a Master of Science). It can be delivered by the Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS) and partner institutions, and gives access to doctoral studies.
Entry Requirements: Excellent level in mathematics, quantum physics as well as statistical physics
Language pre-requisites: A minimum of B2 level in English
Course overview
The Master of Fundamental Physics is a prestigious degree that is specifically intended for outstanding French and international students wishing to obtain a first-class education in fundamental physics, with a broad focus ranging e.g. from high energy physics to biophysics. This degree provides its students:
- An immersion in an advanced research ecosystem, working closely with a major laboratory and scientific innovation, in an exceptional scientific and intellectual spirit embraced by the academic staff members on a day-to-day basis.
- An international exposure: students will be taught by a unique blend of internationally leading researchers from ENS and its partner institutions.
- Individual tutorials, advice and support from the faculty regarding choices of courses, research internships and overall academic future.
- A wide range of career opportunities, both in public or industrial research.
Skills and competencies developed
Grasp of recognized formalisms and standards of modern physics.
Contact
Administrative contact
Ms Souad NAMANE
souad.namane@u-paris.fr
Pedagogical Coordinator
Mr.Christophe MORA
christophe.mora@u-paris.fr