Physics

Faculty of Physics and Astronomy

Level of studies: second-cycle studies

Type of studies: full-time

Duration: 2 years

Language of instruction: Polish

Professional title: master (magister)

Educational profile: general academic

From the second semester of studies, students choose one of the following specialties: General Physics, Materials Physics, Molecular Biophysics, Quantum Information and Spintronics

About the programme

Programme description

Physics is one of the fundamental academic disciplines in the field of natural sciences. This Master course is designed for students who aspire to acquire comprehensive knowledge in physical and related sciences, develop their analytical and logical skills, and actively contribute to the development of modern technologies, whether in the private sector or research institutions. Building on a long-standing scientific tradition, the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy offers second-cycle (Master's) studies in Physics with five specializations:

General Physics,
Materials Physics,
Molecular Biophysics,
Quantum Information and Spintronics (QIS),
Physics of advanced materials for energy processing (PAMEP, in English)

These specializations are directly linked to the research conducted at the Faculty and respond to the growing demand in the job market for highly skilled scientific and technical professionals, particularly in the areas where physics intersects with other research disciplines. Recruitment for the PAMEP specialization is conducted separately.

Students select one of the specializations after the first semester of their studies. The Molecular Biophysics specialization provides insights into the physical mechanisms underlying the biological world. The Quantum Information and Spintronics specialization is designed for individuals interested in acquiring comprehensive knowledge and skills in new quantum technologies and nanophysics. A significant portion of courses in this specialization is conducted in English. The Materials Physics specialization focuses on education in nanotechnology and the properties of new materials. The General Physics specialization continues the long-standing tradition of education at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy.

Graduates of the Physics program will be well-prepared to pursue doctoral studies and engage in scientific research. They will also be equipped to develop their careers in education or industry, particularly in the fields of materials science, energy, biotechnology, information technology, and innovative quantum technologies.

The Physics program also offers the opportunity to prepare for a teaching profession by completing the teaching module.

Specialties

General Physics
Materials Physics
Molecular Biophysics
Quantum Information and Spintronics

Example of courses

Theoretical Physics
Experimental Physics
Classical Electrodynamics
Statistical Physics
Optics and Quantum Informatics
Advanced Quantum Mechanics
Computer Simulations
Modern Trends in Physics Research

Graduate competencies

possesses knowledge in modern physics, mathematics, and computer science and is capable of describing and modeling physical phenomena using mathematical tools and computational methods, including specialized scientific and engineering software.
is proficient in operating measurement equipment, planning experiments, as well as processing and interpreting their results.
can analyze data, including searching for, aggregating, and evaluating technical and scientific content, and is skilled in preparing, presenting, and disseminating research findings and technical reports, including in English.
is thoroughly prepared to pursue further education in a Doctoral School or to take up employment in R&D, finance, or education sectors that require a comprehensive, analytical, and creative approach to solving complex problems.
is capable of undertaking project work, both individually and as part of a team, including in international groups.

Career prospects

in scientific and research institutions or industrial laboratories;
in companies and institutions whose operations are based on the application of modern knowledge and advanced technologies;
in companies related to the computer, IT, and data analysis industries;
in the public sector and administration;
in the education system (after obtaining additional teaching qualifications).

Additional information

Faculty website of the programme

Admission to the programme

Information about enrollment deadlines for this programme will be provided at a later date.

Detailed admission rules

Selection procedure

for graduates of first- or second-cycle studies within the area of exact sciences, technology or natural sciences

Elements of selection procedure	Max points	Weight of element	Max result
1) grade point average obtained during the studies	5	2	10
2) interview	5	1	5
Maximum number of points to be scored during the selection procedure			15

Ad 2. Additional information:

an interview concerning physics within the thematic scope of first-cycle studies

Selection procedure steps

1. Creating an account

The candidate creates an individual account in the Online Admissions System by providing the necessary personal data. Subsequent admission-related operations can only be made after logging in to the created account. All steps taken by the candidate after logging into the system are saved and archived. The candidate is obliged to keep the password to access the account secret.

2. Enrolling in the programme

The candidate chooses a programme/major and type of studies. It is recommended that the candidate thoroughly read the admission requirements for a given programme as well as the admission schedule.

3. Paying the enrollment fee

The candidate pays an admission procedure fee in the selected programmes/majors. Failure to pay the fee for a given programme means the candidate is not included in the selection procedure in this programme. The enrollment fee is PLN 85.

4. Attachment of documents obtained abroad

The candidate with the documents obtained abroad attaches scans of these documents for the purpose of their verification.

5. Complement of information about the diploma

The candidate enters information about the diploma: final grade on the diploma, diploma issuance date and diploma number.

6. Uploading a photo

The candidate uploads a high-resolution photo which will be used when generating the personal questionnaire. The photo of the admitted candidate will also be used in the student identification card.

Notice: if you do not upload a photo, system will not be able to generating the questionnaire!

7. Lodgment of all required documents by electronic means

Upon enrolling into the programme and paying the enrollment fee, the candidate is obliged to lodge of all required documents by electronic means within the specified time limit.

8. Taking the entrance examination

The candidate will revceive a message via the Online Admissions System about the date, place and time of the entrance exam.

Failure to take the exam means the candidate is not admitted to the programme.

9. Final results of the selection procedure

The results of the selection procedure will be provided via the Online Admissions System. Upon logging into his/her account, the candidate will see information on admission or denial of admission.

List of documents

Set of documents

photo file which will be used when generating the personal questionnaire
a scan of university diploma
scan of the diploma supplement or certificate from university including information on grade average calculated in accordance with the granting institution regulations

Preparation of the documents

During the recruitment process, candidates do not submit any paper documents.

Each of the required documents should be scanned to a separate file in PDF format. A document (e.g. certificate or diploma) that has more than one page should be scanned into one multi-page PDF file.

Scanning documents can be carried out on its own with the use of a scanner or with the use of dedicated applications for devices with Android or iOS. The document scanning service is also available at most copy shops.

Attestation of documents

Document attestation is a process in which an employee of the University confirms the compliance of the attached scans of documents with their original (paper) version. Attestation of the document by AMU consists in submitting (for inspection) the original document at the Student Office at the Faculty at the beginning of the academic year.

Polish language command (B2 level)

Foreigners applying for admission to this field of study are required to attach a document confirming knowledge of the Polish language at the B2 level (see the list of accepted documents).

A candidate who does not have an appropriate document is obliged to take a Polish language proficiency test (online test).

Documents obtained abroad

Candidates with documents obtained abroad also provide:

a scan of a foreign document, which is legalized or accompanied by an apostille, entitling the candidate to take up higher education studies in the country where the document was issued
a scan of translation of the document into the language of the studies undertaken by the candidate, performed by a sworn translator entered into the list of sworn translators maintained by the Polish Minister of Justice, or certified by a Polish consul in the country where the document was issued
a certificate of recognition of a foreign certificate as equivalent to Polish Matura certificate issued by a competent Board of Education – if the foreign certificate is not recognized, by virtue of law or under international agreements, as a document entitling to commence higher education studies in Poland
a scan of a document confirming the entitlement to study tuition-free – in the case of the foreigners concerned