Research in Theoretical Physics
| Specialisation of: | Physics |
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| 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: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60202 |
Research in Theoretical Physics concentrates on subjects like High Energy Physics and Particle Cosmology, Theoretical Physics of Life Processes and Condensed Matter Theory.
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.
- 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, or
- a Dutch bachelor’s diploma
- 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.
