Overview

The Physics programme from Institut Polytechnique de Paris topics developed correspond to the main lines of research in our laboratories, renowned for their excellence in various fields including theoretical physics (high energy physics, condensed matter theory and theoretical plasma physics), mathematical physics, particle physics (theoretical and experimental) and astrophysics, experimental condensed matter physics, nanosciences, optics and plasma physics, atomic physics and the physics of cold atomic gases, the conception and use of major research equipment.

The first year of the Master’s programme is divided into four majors:

Major HEP: High Energy Physics
Major LOM: Laser, Optics, Light-Matter Interactions
Major CMP: Condensed Matter Physics
Major QT: Quantum Technologies

The first year of the Master’s programme aims to:

Provide students with a high level of experimental and theoretical scientific training based on a broad spectrum of research topics in physics
Gain experience through immersion in research laboratories including a long research internship at the end of the academic year

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Elementary particle physics

Relativistic fields and their quantization

Stellar astrophysics

Quantum physics of electrons in solids

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-28 00:00:00

More details

1st session: January 8th

2nd session: March 26th

3rd session*: May 28th

Language

English

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Palaiseau, France

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Admissions require the completion of a Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) or the first year of a Master's program (M1) in physics, at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad.The applicants will have to provide a transcript of records, CV, statement of purpose and academic references.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

4317 EUR / year

≈ 4317 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

254 EUR / year

≈ 254 EUR / year

Additional Details

This is a tuition fee range, which varies depending on the chosen programme and track. Visit the programme page on their website for full details.

Living costs

Palaiseau

France

640 - 950 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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