Master's in Physics Engineering

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Master's in Physics Engineering

Transforming science into technology.

The Master's Degree program in Physics Engineering offers advanced training for the development and acquisition of technical and scientific knowledge based on Physics, essential for the design and implementation of highly complex technological systems. A distinctive feature of this program is its commitment to transferring cutting-edge products and technologies from the fields of Physics to the productive sector, applying scientific knowledge to practical and advanced solutions.

Why this Master's?

  • The Master's in Physics Engineering is geared towards the development of new technologies that explore areas of Physics not traditionally covered by conventional engineering;
  • The Physics Engineer is a professional who operates in the domains of Physics and Engineering. Their training includes acquiring solid knowledge in basic sciences, particularly in the most recent areas of Physics, giving them the skills to transform science into technology and contribute to technological innovation in the business sector and the design of innovative products with a positive impact on society;
  • The Physics Engineer thus positions themselves as a promoter of the transfer of cutting-edge products and technologies from the fields of Physics to the productive sector, applying scientific knowledge to practical and advanced solutions.

Applications 2024/25

1st Phase: Feb 12th to Mar 22nd, 2024

2nd Phase: Jun 3rd to Jul 17th, 2024

3rd Phase: Aug 20th to Sept 6th, 2024

Available Spots: 25

Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)

Format: In-person / Daytime

Language: Portuguese and/or English

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Course Coordinator: Paulo Ribeiro, mef.coordenador@fct.unl.pt

Academic divison: mestrados@fct.unl.pt

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Program

The program includes primarily theoretical-practical training with a strong hands-on component supported by practical classes for the design and execution of experimental activities, data processing, report writing, and result presentation.

Curriculum

For whom

  • Holders of a bachelor's degree or legal equivalent in Physical Engineering or a related field;
  • Holders of a higher education degree awarded after a 1st cycle of studies organized according to the principles of the Bologna Process by a state adhering to this process;
  • Holders of a higher education degree recognized as meeting the objectives of the bachelor's degree by the Scientific Council of NOVA FCT.

Career opportunities

  • R&D in academic and business environments;
  • International R&D infrastructures;
  • Project engineering;
  • Metrology;
  • Data science;
  • Medical physics;
  • Instrumentation/Automation;
  • Analytical techniques;
  • Aerospace;
  • Energy;
  • Consulting;
  • Teaching.

Testimonials

Ricardo Brás

Ricardo Brás

Field Service Engineer
Herten, ISRA Surface Vision GmbH

“I chose NOVA FCT because of its high national reputation in engineering education. NOVA FCT is recognized for its academic excellence and ability to provide quality training, which is essential for those, like me, who aim to pursue an international career.

The Master's played a crucial role at the start of my career, as for many engineering jobs, it is a minimum requirement. It is also a competitive advantage, allowing for better salary negotiations, for example.

In my view, the main skills this course teaches are problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, and time management. I recommend the Master's in Physical Engineering as it offers the best combination of Science and Engineering, opening doors to a wide variety of career opportunities in both fields”.

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About the Department of Physics

The Department of Physics (DF), formally established in 1986, was a pioneer in Portugal in teaching Physics Engineering. The DF's scientific activity mainly develops in two Research Units, LIBPhys and CEFITEC. Among the research and development activities are atomic, molecular, nuclear physics instrumentation and electronic and industrial automation with applications in analytical methods, radiation detection, and biomedical engineering, optics, and photonics, metrology, and spectrometries.

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