Description

The Master of Science in Physics was designed as a continuation program for students with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (emphasis in Astronomy) from UCN (LFA-UCN). It is also open to Physics graduates and professionals with degrees related to the LFA-UCN, from Chilean or foreign universities. This program is designed to train professionals in the use of mathematical and computer tools as well as scientific instruments that contribute to the development of research. In the case of Astronomy, student must have experience in data observation, reduction and analysis.

Objectives

The main objective is to train graduates with a strong background in Physics and previous research experience in some area of Physics or Astronomy, in order to prepare them to pursue doctoral studies in Physics or Astronomy at Chilean or foreign universities.

Candidate Profile

This program is designed for those with Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Astronomy, or a professional degree similar to the LFA-UCN in its level and content, granted by a Chilean or foreign university, with a minimum final grade of 5.0 (on the Chilean scale of 1-7). Applicants with lower grades must take an admission exam in the following disciplines: Classical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics and Electromagnetism. They must also demonstrate intermediate or high English-language proficiency (according to TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent).