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Master Physics and Applications, Optics, Photonics, Instrumentation, Quantum (OPTIQ) track at Université Côte d'Azur

Université Côte d'Azur, France

Programme overview

Professional track covering the major fields of modern photonics over two years in an innovative academic and industrial environment, with a work-study M2, leading to photonics-engineering careers. It balances theory (about 60%) and practice (about 40%); semester 2 includes a 3-month company placement. Taught at IMREDD and Nice in French and English.

Faculty: Fundamental Sciences and Engineering Graduate School (EUR)  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time, taught in French and English; work-study (alternance) available  |  Location: Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

What you will study

Semester 1 modules include quantum information, quantum and statistical optics, photonics, light-matter interaction, semiconductors and lasers.

Career pathways

Roles in fundamental research laboratories and photonics engineering.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A licence in physics or equivalent (first year of an engineering school).

Domestic applicants: EUR 255 a year. National registration fee for French and EU/EEA students; CVEC not included. Source

International applicants: EUR 3,950 a year. National tuition rate for non-EU international students; CVEC not included. Source

Duration: 2 years

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