The research Master?s degree programme in taught at ?will equip you with the knowledge and skills to describe?space-time and elementary particles as well as macroscopic and microscopic phenomena in quantum and soft matter.
Programme Objective
The MSc?programme?in Theoretical Physics provides students with a broad overview of methods and topics in theoretical physics and teaches them to work independently in a specific sub-discipline of the field. Students also learn to present and discuss their work both orally and in writing, and to take a critical attitude towards the existing literature.
Careers
Our programme offers excellent preparation for further research studies in physics or?careers?in the international job market. Two-thirds of our graduates continue on to conduct PhD-level research either at Utrecht University or at other prestigious institutions around the world.
The Theoretical Physics Master's?programme is an excellent preparation for a national or international career in physics. The majority of our graduates continue on to conduct doctoral research at Utrecht University or at institutions elsewhere in the world. The Master?s degree in Theoretical Physics offers a solid basis for many interesting careers, examples include;
- research positions?for multinationals such as Philips and Shell
- consultant in information technology
- financial analyst for banks or insurance companies
- scientific journalist
