1.3.6 Optics
Format of study
full-time
Language
russian
Place of study
st. petersburg, russia
Outcome (diploma/credits)
master of science
Duration
2 year
Annual tuition fee
665 000 ₽
Application deadline
5 august 2026
Enlarged group of scientific specialties
1.3 Physical Sciences
40
Tuition-free
10
Fee-based
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Training integrated into research and R&D projectsAbout the specialty
You will develop new technologies at the intersection of physics, engineering and materials science.Basic principles of learning:1. Fundamental: the study of photonics, methods of experimental optics, photonics, as well as technologies for the creation and application of lasers and optical devices.
2. The study of modern methods and technologies in the field of laser physics, optical systems, fiber optics, and nanophotonics.
3. Research in the field of optics, including the development of new optical devices and systems, as well as the study of physical phenomena related to the interaction of light with materials.
4. Interdisciplinarity is the synthesis of knowledge from related fields such as electronics, computer science, biophysics, and materials science.
PROGRAM PARTNERS
Key scientific leaders
ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES
Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.
Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.