Program Overview
The Physics and Applied Physics at Ecole Polytechnique F\xc3\xa9d\xc3\xa9rale de Lausanne is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences taught in English, French over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Physics and Applied Physics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Switzerland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English, French
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physics and Applied Physics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Astrophysics: Observational cosmology
- Biophysics
- Computer simulation of physical systems
- Diffraction Methods in Structural Biology
- Electron microscopy: advanced methods
- Experimental methods in physics
- Frontiers in nanosciences
- Fundamentals of biomedical imaging
- Introduction to particle accelerators
- Laser: theory and modern applications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A Master from EPFL is a highly regarded degree across the world. Anyone holding a Bachelor\'s degree (or the equivalent) in a related field from a recognized university can apply to one of the EPFL Masters Programs. However, please be aware that admission is competitive. Only candidates with excellent academic records and references have good chances to be accepted. Also, are not eligible candidates who already hold a Master\'s degree, or equivalent, in the field (or similar field) of the program for which they would apply.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,159 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ecole Polytechnique F\xc3\xa9d\xc3\xa9rale de Lausanne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Lausanne, Switzerland
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) is a world-leading public research university of science and technology located in Lausanne, Switzerland, founded in 1853 and designated a federal...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-15
- Language English, French
- Duration 24 months