This page summarizes the 2024-2026 curriculum structure for the Master’s Programme in Engineering Physics. Official source: Aalto University curriculum 2024-2026.
Degree Structure
Module
Credits
Common studies
6 cr
Major
40 cr or 65 cr
Master’s thesis
30 cr
Minor
0 cr or 20-25 cr
Elective studies
25-30 cr
Total
120 cr
The programme has two majors. A compact major is 40 credits and is normally paired with a minor. A long major is 65 credits and leaves no room for a separate minor.
Common Studies 6 cr
Code
Course
cr
Timing
SCI-E1010
Introduction to Master’s Studies
1
I/1
PHYS-E0413
Basics of Academic Research in Engineering Physics
5
I-II/1
Major: Materials Physics and Quantum Technology
Code: SCI3107
Extent: 40 cr or 65 cr
Compulsory Studies
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0411
Advanced Physics Laboratory
5
III-V/1
PHYS-E0412
Computational Physics
5
III-V/1
Select One
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0441
Physics Special Assignment
10
varies/2
PHYS-E0442
Company Internship
10
varies
Choose 20-42 cr
Choose 20 credits for a compact major. For a long major, choose 20-42 credits from this group and the elective group below.
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0410
Quantum Mechanics 2
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0415
Statistical Mechanics
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0434
Advanced Quantum Materials
5
IV-V/1
PHYS-E0422
Soft Condensed Matter Physics
5
III-IV/1
PHYS-E0431
Quantum Many-Body Physics 1
7
III-IV/1
PHYS-E0435
Optical Physics
5
I-II/1 or 2
MS-Exxxx
One master’s level mathematics, applied mathematics, or systems analysis course
5
varies/1
PHYS-E0565
Programming course on Monte Carlo particle transport simulations
5
I-II/1
Further Electives for a Long Major
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0432
Quantum Many-Body Physics 2
8
I-II/2
PHYS-E0423
Surface Physics
5
III-IV/1
PHYS-E0430
Magnetism and Spintronics
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0436
Modern Optics
5
IV-V/1
PHYS-E0437
Laser Physics
5
IV-V/1
PHYS-E0450
Quantum Optics
5
III-IV
PHYS-E0555
Low Temperature Physics and Cryogenics
5
III-IV/2
PHYS-E0556
Superconductivity
5
III-V/2
PHYS-E0554
Nanoelectronics
5
I-II/2
PHYS-E6575
Experimental Methods in Physics
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0544
Individual Studies in Physics
1-10
varies
PHYS-E0525
Microscopy of Nanomaterials
5
III-IV/1
PHYS-E0526
Microscopy of Nanomaterials, laboratory course
5
IV-V/1
PHYS-E0510
Advanced Computational Methods in Physics
5
I-II/2
PHYS-E0549
Introduction to Machine Learning for Materials Science
3
I/2
PHYS-E0550
Project in Machine Learning for Materials Science
3
II/2
PHYS-E6574
Radiation Damage in Materials
5
IV-V/1 or 2
PHYS-E0527
Applied X-ray Scattering Techniques in Materials Science
5
I-II/2
Major: Advanced Energy Technologies
Code: SCI3106
Extent: 40 cr or 65 cr
Compulsory Studies
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0411
Advanced Physics Laboratory
5
III-V/1
PHYS-E0412
Computational Physics
5
III-V/1
Select One
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0441
Physics Special Assignment
10
varies/2
PHYS-E0442
Company Internship
10
varies/2
TU-E5060
Energy Linkage
10
III-V
Choose 20-30 cr
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0460
Introduction to Reactor Physics
5
I-II/1
PHYS-E0461
Introduction to Plasma Physics for Fusion and Space Applications
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0463
Fusion Energy Technology
5
III-IV/1 or 2
PHYS-E0434
Advanced Quantum Materials
5
IV-V
ELEC-E3140
Semiconductor Physics
5
IV-V or I-II/1
MS-E2148
Dynamic Optimization
5
III/1 or 2
MS-E2135
Decision Analysis
5
I-II/1 or 2
MS-E2121
Linear Optimization
5
III-IV/1 or 2
MS-E2122
Nonlinear Optimization
5
I-II/1 or 2
MS-E2117
Riskianalyysi
5
III-IV/1 or 2
AAE-E3006
Energy Markets
5
I/1 or 2
AAE-E3002
Power Process Simulation
5
IV-V/1 or 2
AAE-E3007
Process Integration and Energy Optimization
5
II/1 or 2
AAE-E3070
Electrical Energy Storage Systems
5
III/1 or 2
Further Electives for a Long Major
Code
Course
cr
Timing
PHYS-E0562
Nuclear Engineering, advanced course
5
IV-V/1 or 2
PHYS-E0467
Experimental Reactor Physics
5
III-V/1 or 2
PHYS-E0564
Nuclear competence portfolio
1
varies/2
PHYS-E0565
Programming course on Monte Carlo particle transport simulations
5
I-II/2
PHYS-E6574
Radiation Damage in Materials
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-C0360
Säteilyfysiikka ja -turvallisuus
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-C6360
Johdatus ydinenergiatekniikkaan
5
III-IV/1 or 2
PHYS-C1380
Multi-disciplinary Energy Perspectives
5
III-IV/1 or 2
AAE-E1000
Introduction to Advanced Energy Solutions
5
I-II/1 or 2
AAE-E3090
Renewable Energy Engineering
5
III-IV/1 or 2
PHYS-E6570
Solar Energy Engineering
5
III-IV/1 or 2
PHYS-E6571
Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology
5
III-IV/1 or 2
AAE-E3095
Wind Power Engineering and Development
5
I-II/1 or 2
PHYS-E0544
Individual Studies in Physics
3-10
varies
Master’s Thesis 30 cr
The master’s thesis is a 30-credit research assignment. The topic is usually related to the student’s major and is agreed with a professor specializing in the area. Thesis work also includes a maturity essay and a seminar presentation or an equivalent presentation.
Minor 20-25 cr
Students may complete a minor instead of an extended major. A minor can also be included in elective studies. The minor is confirmed in the personal study plan.
Elective Studies 25-30 cr
Elective studies may include a minor, individual university-level courses, exchange studies, or practical training. Electives must not overlap with other studies in the degree.
