Learning objectives

The educational objective of the Second-cycle degree in Physics is to complete the basic training in physics at a higher level and to provide specific training to enable the student to deal directly with advanced, pure or applied, experimental or theoretical research topics. To this end, the course of study provides common teaching for all students and offers specialised teaching in various fields. These allow the implementation of study paths leading to specialised training in the fields of the Physics of Matter, Theoretical Physics and Biophysics.

The course also includes teaching of an experimental nature that enables the student to come into contact with the Department's research laboratories. The student must also attend general seminars, and is encouraged to participate in research seminars related to the topic of the dissertation.

As part of the research activity associated with the thesis work, the student learns to consult and use the scientific bibliography, to collect experimental data and critically analyse them, to develop models for calculating physical quantities, and to write and discuss scientific reports of high quality and complexity. The thesis work involves a personal contribution of the student to original research work. The student's contact with research problems allows him or her to develop a modelling and innovation capacity, a critical spirit and a mental flexibility that are distinctive elements of a physicist's professional profile, well known and appreciated even in non-academic circles.

The dissertation may also be carried out at private companies or contracted facilities under the supervision of a University Professor and by means of an internship. The thesis can then be carried out at universities and laboratories abroad within the framework of international exchange agreements.