Master in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics
Vilnius, Lithuania
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2027*
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 1 May for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries | 1 July for citizens of EU/EFTA
Key Summary
About: The Master in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at Vilnius University runs for four semesters. You’ll get hands-on instruction in parallel computing, computational optimization and artificial intelligence. Electives span mathematical modeling, statistical and quantum physics, cosmology, spectrometry and data mining. Each semester you join research groups to practice supercomputing, quantum computing and gain research experience.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work in data mining and analysis, decision-making and optimization, finance and administration, international business, R&D software development and academic research. Roles include computational physicist, data scientist, quantitative analyst, research scientist, software developer. Key skills: computational physics, numerical methods, machine learning, high-performance and quantum computing.
During the four semesters of their studies, students will have hands-on instruction in parallel computing methods for scientific applications, computational optimisation approaches and artificial intelligence as compulsory courses.
In addition, they can choose from a range of theoretical physics and astrophysics courses, which include mathematical modelling, non-local mathematical physics, physical kinetics, spectrometry, data mining, star atmospheres, advanced statistical physics, response theory, cosmology, quantum theory of atoms and molecules, quantum information, low-temperature physics, quantum thermodynamics and the physics of galaxies. For, every semester students join research groups for practice and to gain experience in research.
Why choose this programme?
- The present technologies of multi-scale supercomputing involve a broad range of problems, which require specialists with an original and creative mindset reinforced by the scientific theoretical tools of material science. Our programme is designed to prepare such specialists.
- This is achieved by learning the latest “unfinished” subjects of theoretical physics and by practising scientific research interfaced with supercomputing and emerging quantum computing.
Scope of studies: 120 ECTS credits
Length: 2 years
1st Semester
Compulsory Courses
- Methods of Parallel Computing in Physics
- Scientific Research Work I/III
Elective Courses
- Synergetics
- Physical Kinetics
- Non-Local Mathematical Physics
- Methods of Data Analysis
- Quantum Field Theory I/II
- Instruments and Methods in Astrospectroscopy
- Star Atmospheres
2nd Semester
Compulsory Courses
- Computational Optimization
- Scientific Research Work II/III
Elective Courses
- Astrobiology
- Quantum Statistical Physics
- Quantum Field Theory II/II
- Quantum Information and Cryptography
- Theory of Atoms, Molecules and Molecular Compounds
- Methods of Spectroscopic Data Analysis
- Evolution of Stars
3rd Semester
Compulsory Courses
- Scientific Research Work III/III
Elective Courses
- Artificial Intelligence
- Galaxy Physics
- Classical and Quantum Molecular Dynamics
- Non-equilibrium Statistical Physics
- Low Temperature Physics
- Selected Courses in Astrophysics
- Open Problems in Astrophysics
4th Semester
Compulsory Courses
- Master Thesis
- Expertise in optimisation and automation including artificial intelligence
- Expertise in supercomputing
- Expertise in advanced mathematical/theoretical physics
- Our graduates are welcomed in strategical positions in various companies, including roles relating to data mining and analysis, decision-making and optimisation.
- Positions in financial organisations, public administration and international businesses.
- Some of our students join academic and research institutions worldwide, for a guaranteed career in an academic area.
- Software development in R&D companies.
