Physics and Education

Specialisation of: Physics
Degree: Master of Science in Physics
Mode of Study: Full-time
Duration: 2 years
Start date: Flexible, for international students preferably September or February
Language of instruction: Dutch
Location: Leiden
Croho/isat code: 60202
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In the Physics and Education track student teachers develop their competences to innovate their practice (e.g., by developing and testing instruction on a specific topic).

Entry requirements

  • a BSc degree in physics. Students from any university in the Netherlands with a BSc degree in physics will be admitted to the programme. For all other candidates, the Board of Admissions will judge the equivalence to this BSc degree of their previous training. Notably, applicants with a major in physics will be considered. It is strongly recommended that the BSc programme has included the course Learning, Presentation and Communication offered by the Leiden School of Education (ICLON) or an equivalent course.
  • fluency in Dutch
  • Applicants should show proof of sufficient proficiency in English: IELTS test level of at least 6.5 or TOEFL score of at least 570/230, evidenced by an appropriate test.
    This requirement does not apply if you have:
    • completed your education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia, or
    • an International Baccalaureate
  • The admission process may include an interview by the Admissions Committee.
  • Applicants with a higher professional education (hbo) degree in a related field of science may be considered. For more information, please contact the study adviser.