Bachelor in Applied Physics
Eindhoven, Netherlands
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 2,601 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for EEA students | € 12.480 per year for non-EEA
Introduction
Mastering physics and applying it in practice
Upgrade your smartphone, design smart textiles, or optimize X-ray equipment. The Applied Physics program teaches you to understand and apply physics. Develop solutions and optimize processes in areas ranging from healthcare and sustainability to vehicles and sound safety.
Is the programme Applied Physics right for you?
- You will work on societal challenges such as the energy transition and healthcare. - Improve physical processes in solar cells or in radiological hospital equipment.
- You will study in a modern building with high-tech laboratories on the TU/e campus. - Theoretical education, project work, and lab experiments await you.
- Support tailored to your needs: opt for freedom or a structured approach. - A small-scale program with personal attention and guidance.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
The NL scholarship provides a partial scholarship for the first year of your studies at our University and is financed by Fontys University of Applied Sciences and the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science.
Scholarship
The scholarship amounts to € 5,000. You will receive this in the first year of your studies.
Some of the Fontys' programmes offer the NL Scholarship for non-EEA students. Visit the website to see which programmes offer this scholarship. You might also be eligible for other scholarships not provided by Fontys.
Curriculum
Propeduetical phase
Your first year of Applied Physics focuses on the fundamentals. Each semester, you will follow a central theme with the research cycle as the common thread. Within these themes, you will also take several mathematics and physics courses. Additionally, you will work on experiments and projects where you apply the knowledge you have gained in practical settings.
Main phase
You build on the knowledge and skills gained in your first year while continuing to apply the research cycle. You will deepen your understanding through courses on 'waves in light and sound', 'smart materials', 'measurement and data processing', and 'transport physics'. You will also specialize further by selecting your own projects, primarily sourced from the business world and partially from our research group.
Internship
Internship
In the first semester, you will complete an internship at a company or research institute, guided by a lecturer. Whether a large or small company, in the Netherlands or abroad, everything is possible. Together, we will find the best match.
Specialization
In the second semester, you will specialize in at least two areas of physics, such as photonics, solid-state physics, or data analysis, exploring topics that interest you.
Graduation
Free program
During your free program, you can take a minor either at Fontys or at another (international) institution. You also have the option to do another internship or pursue a pre-master's program. The choice is yours.
Graduation
You will select a graduation project that aligns with your interests at a company, research institute, or hospital of your choice.
Program Outcome
What are you going to learn?
- You are developing into a versatile applied physicist - A broad foundation in mathematics, physics, (measurement) technology, and programming.
- You will enter the job market as a physics researcher. In projects, you will learn the steps to take in conducting physical research.
- You will collaborate on assignments and projects from companies and our research group. The program is a balanced mix of theory and practice.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Start your career
As an applied physicist, you can find job opportunities in various sectors. Your skills and knowledge are highly sought after by companies like TNO, DIFFER, ASML, VDL, Canon, and Bosch. Hospitals, start-ups, engineering and consulting firms also offer plenty of opportunities.
Where do our graduates work?
- Researcher
- Product Developer
- Process Optimization Advisor