European Master of Science in Photonics VUB

Institution: Vrije Universiteit Brussels

Country: Belgium

City (Metropolitan Area): Brussels

Applicant Eligible Countries: Worldwide

Type of Opportunity: Scholarships

Study Levels: Graduate

Subjects: Science

Application Deadline: June 30, 2018

Funding: 5 full scholarships covering tuition fees

European Master of Science in Photonics VUB

The European Master of Science in Phototonics at Vrije Universiteit Brussels is an ideal program for students who love to push the boundaries. This program is multidisciplinary, combining basic and advanced photonics courses with physics and engineering, along with indispensable on-the-job training in state-of-the-art labs. This award-winning program enables students to utilize photonics technology for the 21st century and beyond.

The university offers full tuition fee waivers, along with five full scholarships to the phototonics program at VUB.

This program prepares students for industry domains of the future, along with current demands. Students will take courses in life sciences, energy, telecom, robotics, and Industry 4.0 The hands-on focus in specialized labs enables students to get a leg-up on their career preparation. In addition, students will work with small groups to prepare themselves for multidisciplinary teamwork. Students will also work closely with highly regarded and accessible professors at VUB.

Students can design their master’s programs depending on interests. This allows them to combine a wide variety of photonics courses, electives, and skills development. Students may specialize in microphotonics, laser engineering, optical communication, biophotonics, semiconductor physics and optical sensors. Students also have the opportunity to gain professional experience through internships and coursework in business economics.

For the 2018-2019 academic year, students must apply by May 1st (if not from the European Union). Students from the European Union may apply no later than June 1st, 2018. IN addition to the completed application, students must also submit proof of English language skills and completion of a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or an equivalent degree program. Students with a Master degree in these fields may also apply. All application materials must be unique to the applicant, and submitted by the deadline for full consideration.