Applied Physics

In theApplied Physics course fromLUT University, you will develop your expertise in materials science with a focus on semiconductor technology, smart materials, superconductors, applied physics instrumentation, computational physics and data analysis of experiments.

Physics is the cornerstone of groundbreaking scientific research in various fields, including clean energy, communication and information technologies, and health and environmental sciences.

Upon completing this Applied Physics course from LUT University , you will become an expert in applied, industrial, and experimental physics.

You will:

• Learn the basic theory, problem solving practices, and computational and experimental methods of applied physics.

• Utilise physics in the development of various fields, including clean energy, communication and information technologies, and health and environmental sciences.

Career prospects

After graduation, you will have interesting and challenging career prospects. Your career opportunities will depend on your field of specialisation, and possible jobs may include physicist, project engineer, researcher.

• Physicist: roles in academia and research institutes such as CERN, specialising in instrumentation, data analysis, and scientific computing.

• Project engineer: opportunities in various industries and research organisations such as VTT.
• Researcher: positions available at institutions such as the Helsinki Institute of Physics, CERN, universities, and VTT.
• R&D specialist: roles in both academia and industry focusing on research and development.
• Junior researcher: opportunities within LUT's graduate school for doctoral research and academic growth.

Courses include:

• The specialization modules cover semiconductors, superconductors, functional magnetic and magnetocaloric materials, nanostructures, microelectronics, optoelectronics, spintronics, quantum technologies, applied physics instrumentation, and data analysis in experimental physics
• In minor studies students can choose modules in, for example, applied mathematics, data analytics and pattern recognition, as well as electrical engineering and energy economics. Students can also complete the minor subject during exchange abroad
• Elective studies enable students to enhance their professional and personal skills according to their preferences. These studies may include language courses, time management workshops, presentation skills development, and courses offered by other degree programs
• The master´s thesis can be prepared at LUT University, at different academic research institutions or in public or private industrial companies