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Master's Degree Full Time

Photonics Technologies, Master of Science (Technology)

at Tampere University · Tampere, Finland

Duration

2 years

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

Tuition

EUR 24,000 total

About this program

Photonics Technologies is a Master of Science (Technology) programme at Tampere University. It covers photonics, the science and technology of light, and studies light-matter interactions, laser technologies, optical system design, semiconductor innovations, and nanofabrication techniques.

The programme includes compulsory basic studies, an extended major in photonics, and a 30-credit master’s thesis. After the basic study module, students choose either Photonic Materials or Ultrafast Photonics and Lasers. The programme includes hands-on laboratory assignments, frequent contact with industry, regular seminars, and the option to complete the thesis in a research group or as an industrial project. Students may also include a 20-credit freely chosen minor and can take studies from Tampere University or other higher education institutions.

Tampere University says the programme can lead to work in academia or industry, and it offers a double degree with the University of Bordeaux and participation in the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in EuroPhotonics.

Modules

  • Compulsory basic studies
  • Photonic Materials
  • Ultrafast Photonics and Lasers
  • Master's thesis
  • Freely chosen minor

Career outcomes

  • project engineer
  • technology specialist
  • developer
  • manager
  • scientist
  • researcher
  • research and development
  • engineering

How this course compares

  • Tampere University has 4 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Photonics Technologies, Master of Science (Technology) at Tampere University?

It takes 2 years, studied Full Time.

Are there scholarships at Tampere University?

Yes — 4 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

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