Department of Physics

The Technion Physics Department is home to those who seek to unravel the inner workings of the Universe, from tiny subatomic particles to the cosmic horizon at 10 billion light years. The purpose of graduate studies in physics is to shape outstanding students into independent researchers and original, groundbreaking thinkers. Through advanced courses and research under the guidance of faculty members at the forefront of physics research, students are exposed to the excitement and beauty inherent in scientific inquiry. Many of our graduates go on to become visionary leaders in academia and in high-tech, knowledge-intensive industries, both in Israel and around the world.

The graduate studies experience at the Technion Physics Department is unique; The department is well known not only for its academic achievements and international collaborations, but also for its friendly and open atmosphere. The rich intellectual environment is augmented by frequent visits by well-known scientists from all over the world, many of whom give distinguished lecture series, in all branches of physics. This international exposure, as well as traveling to conferences abroad, provides students with an opportunity to expand their intellectual horizons, and helps them to create an essential network of international connections.

Among the research fields at the department: astrophysics and cosmology, atomic and molecular physics, biophysics and soft matter physics, complex systems, condensed matter physics, elementary particle physics, general relativity, high energy physics, nonlinear optics, plasma physics, and quantum science and technology.

We offer two graduate degrees:

1. MSc (masters) Degree

• Students studying for an MSc (masters) degree must complete a series of required courses and perform original research culminating in a written thesis.
• With the concurrence of a faculty advisor and the approval of the graduate studies committee, an excellent student can, in some cases, continue directly to PhD studies.

2. PhD (doctoral) Degree

Following successful completion of the MSc degree, a student may apply to be accepted to the PhD (doctoral) degree program.

Admission requirements, study tracks, and study requirements for Master’s and Doctoral degrees can be found here. 

Potential supervisors can be found here.

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