Laser Physics and Optical Technologies

Sukurta: 25 November 2020

	Faculty Faculty of Physics
	Scope of studies and length 120 ECTS credits, 2 years
	Qualification awarded Master in Physical Sciences
	Application deadline* 1 May / 1 July
	Language English
	Tuition fee per year 6 100 € for non-EU students 5 538 € for EU students
	Start of studies 1 September
	City Vilnius

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This program prepares highly qualified specialists with the skills to analyse and solve complex scientific, technological, and industrial challenges. Students learn to identify key issues, evaluate innovative solutions, and lead research teams, gaining expertise that opens career opportunities in scientific laboratories and optical technology companies. With up-to-date knowledge in science and technology, graduates are equipped to drive innovations and contribute to the advancement of laser physics and optical technologies.

Programme structure

Subjects of study	Credits
Semester 1 Autumn
Compulsory Courses	30.0
Biophotonics	5.0
Nonlinear Optics	5.0
Optical Methods of Information Processing	5.0
Quantum Optics	5.0
Solid State Lasers	10.0
Semester 2 Spring
Compulsory Courses	30.0
Kinetic and Laser Spectroscopy	5.0
Laser Processing of Materials	5.0
Optics of Ultrashort Pulses	5.0
Physics and Technology of Light Sources and Detectors	5.0
Scientific Research Work I/II p.	10.0
Semester 3 Autumn
Compulsory Courses	25.0
Electronics and Photonics Markets	5.0
Micro- and Nano-structuring Technologies	5.0
Modern Optics	5.0
Scientific Research Work II/II p.	10.0
Optional Courses	5.0
Computational Photonics	5.0
Physics and Technology of Optical Fibers	5.0
Semester 4 Spring
Compulsory Courses	30.0
Master Final Thesis (Study field: Physics)	30.0

Key Learning Outcomes

Graduates will become highly qualified international-level specialists in laser physics and optical technologies.

• They will acquire comprehensive fundamental and practical knowledge applicable in various modern applied research fields and in the laser and optical technologies industry.

• They will be able to independently conduct modern scientific research, design new lasers and innovative laser systems, and analyse scientific, technological, and industrial problems.

• They will be capable of independently planning, organising, and performing targeted experiments using modern scientific and technological laser equipment; summarising results in the broader context of scientific or technological problems.

Programme Specific Requirements

• Completed university bachelor’s degree studies in physics or chemistry of the physical sciences study field group, materials technology and biotechnology field of the life sciences study field group or technological sciences study field group or other studies closely related to the aforementioned fields.
• In the diploma supplement: No less than 60 per cent of the volume of course units taken shall be in the fields of physics, mathematics, engineering, materials technology, and nanotechnologies; the cumulative grade point average of these course units shall be no less than 60 per cent of the maximum possible grade. All course units must be passed (positively assessed).
• Additional points shall be awarded for scientific publications supported by bibliographic links and presentations at scientific conferences in the fields related to the study programme.
• The candidates meeting the aforementioned criteria are invited to the remote motivational interview. During the interview, the candidate’s determination to study in a master’s degree programme based on science is evaluated. If the interview is evaluated negatively, the candidate is not admitted to the study programme.

Why choose this programme?

The programme combines the latest theoretical and practical knowledge with state-of-the-art scientific and technological infrastructure, encouraging interdisciplinarity.
It offers opportunities to delve not only into laser technology and its applications but also into a broad spectrum of fields closely related to photonics. By selecting the most relevant subjects, students can focus on the research area that interests them most.
Graduates are proficient in applying modern scientific concepts, operating advanced technical equipment, using modelling and computational methods, have team-working experience, and are capable of conducting research independently and effectively implementing scientific and technological solutions.

What comes after?

Graduates of the Master's degree programme in Laser Physics and Optical Technologies can work in scientific research and applied work in high-tech companies, institutions and technical services, in the field of laser physics and optical technologies, and in physics-intensive governmental institutions.

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