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The Department of Physics at the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ successfully participates in cutting-edge research in important and fascinating areas of physics:

Nano- and Quantum Physics

The revolutionary concepts of quantum physics and their consequences for the smallest to the largest things are explored here at the highest level, be it in supra- or semiconductors, magnets, graphene, topological systems or ultracold gases. New tools of nanophysics are being used or developed to open the door to the quantum world.

In this field, the foundations for key technologies of the future are researched and taught, ranging from quantum computing, quantum optics, and scanning probe microscopes to life sciences.

Nanophysics in Basel is unique and leading in Switzerland, also because of the close collaboration of the department with the Swiss Nanosciences Institute (SNI) - the national center of excellence for nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Cosmology and Particle Physics

What is the origin of matter-antimatter asymmetry without which matter would not have formed? What is the nature of "dark matter"? How did galaxies, stars, and neutron stars form?

Cosmology and particle physics explore the basic subatomic building blocks of matter, their role in the evolution of the universe, and in the formation of stars and supernova explosions.

The master's degree is the second degree after the bachelor's degree. The master's program consists of a total of 90 credit points (CP). The Master's program in physics is a so-called mono program without additional subjects. One credit point (CP) ECTS corresponds to approximately 30 working hours.

More than 2/3 of the graduates initially stay in higher education for a few years to pursue a doctorate. Career prospects are good; due to the low number of students, this will remain the case for the foreseeable future. Many fields of activity are open to physics graduates, for example in:

• Manufacturing industry (mechanical engineering, watchmaking, high-tech, electrical, chemical and optical industries, microtechnology, software)
   
• Research and development (industry and public/private research institutes)
   
• Teaching (high schools, universities)
   
• Medicine (e.g. medical physics)
   
• Communication, science journalism
   
• Public administration (testing, calibration and patent offices)
   
• the financial world (consulting, banking, insurance, risk assessment)
   
• others (transport, energy and safety specialists, personnel services)

Academic advice

Academic advice provided by faculty members can help with questions regarding the course content and structure of the specific subject/course (e.g. study and examination regulations, timetables, course structure, combination of subjects, working techniques, exam preparation).

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Student Advice Center

The Student Advice Center provides support with general questions about studying, choosing a course of study and career planning, as well as orientation and decision-making conflicts or questions about combining and changing courses.

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