The Master’s Program “Advanced Studies in Physics” aims:

(a) to provide education in advanced, specialized, and modern topics in Theoretical and Computational Physics, Astrophysics, Materials Physics and Technology, and Photonics, with emphasis on:

1. theoretical physics, mathematical modeling of problems, computational physics, and methods for the simulation of phenomena and processes, as well as Astrophysics;
2. innovative materials and devices; and
3. laser physics and the physics of radiation–matter interactions, while also familiarizing students with the use of modern technologies, promoting scientific excellence and research, and cultivating and developing leadership skills;

(b) to broaden and promote theoretical and applied knowledge in the individual scientific fields covered by the Program.

In the specialization “Theoretical, Computational Physics and Astrophysics”, graduates from Departments of Physics, Mathematics, and Geology, as well as from other Departments of Schools of Natural Sciences, Engineering Schools, or other related schools in Greece or abroad, are in principle eligible for admission, subject to the decision of the selection committee.

In the specialization “Physics and Materials Technology – Photonics”, graduates from Departments of Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, as well as from Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Computer Engineering of Engineering Schools in Greece or abroad, are in principle eligible for admission, subject to the decision of the selection committee.

The duration of studies required for the award of the Master’s Degree (MSc) is set at three (3) semesters.

To obtain the MSc degree, students are required to attend and successfully complete all compulsory courses during the first two semesters (A and B semesters for the specialization “Theoretical, Computational Physics and Astrophysics”), as well as the elective courses required in each semester in order to complete the necessary number of credit units. In addition, students must successfully complete a Master’s thesis during the second and third semesters.