Second degree studies
Students of the second degree study programme take part in scientific research, conducted by research teams at the Faculty of Physics. In fulfillment of their study programme, students majoring in Physics after the first semester have the choice of one of the following specialities
- experimental and theoretical physics in the field of particles and fundamental interactions, nuclear physics, optics, laser spectroscopy and quantum information, nonlinear optics and atomic physics, condensed matter physics, gravitation and relativity, biophysics, medical physics, information optics, environmental physics, mathematical methods in physics;
- geophysics, in the fields of litosphere physics and atmospheric physics;
- physics teaching and popularization;
- physical methods in economy (econophysics);
- mathematical and computational modeling of physical processes.
Individuals with an outstanding level of preparation in physics and mathematics may study Physics according to an individual programme.
Second degree studies in the Astronomy programme provide extensive training in the observational and theoretical methods of astronomical research, and familiarity with the contemporary state of knowledge in this field.
Graduates of second degree studies are provided with an expanded knowledge in astronomy, physics and mathematics - relative to bachelor's degree holders, and are trained in grasping and solving on their own theoretical and practical problems in their fields. They are in addition capable of analyzing and solving advanced problems in many different areas. They are prepared to work in research teams, in science writing and journalism, and conditional upon further requirements - in education.