Master of Science in Physics with Data Modelling and Quantum Technologies 12 months Postgraduate Programme By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

25,309 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

31 Mar, 2026Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The programme aims to provide an opportunity for university graduates in physical science or engineering disciplines to obtain post-graduate level training in applied physics with highly marketable professional skills specialized in the sub-fields of Bio-medical Physics, Energy Materials Physics and General Advanced Physics. It also provides an opportunity for scientists and engineers in industry to upgrade their knowledge or skills through pursuing graduate level studies of various topics of applied physics.  The graduates of this programme will gain knowledge of physical principles and how these principles can be applied to practical problems in specific related professions. The training and knowledge provided are suitable for employment as medical technical specialists and engineers in electronic and renewable energy industries in Hong Kong, China and other South Eastern countries.  It is also expected that this programme will serve as a bridge providing a good base for students to pursue Ph.D. studies in related fields (Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).



Course Description


To complete the programme, students have to acquire a total of 30 credit units (CUs), of which 12 CUs must be acquired from core courses in graduate level general physics, quantum technology, and data modelling. The remaining 18 CUs can be acquired from a list of elective courses.


Core courses:


  • Introduction to Quantum Technology (3 CUs)
  • Data Acquisition and Processing Skills for Physicists I (3 CUs)
  • Machine Learning in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Modern Topics in Physics (3 CUs)


Elective courses:


  • Modern Characterization Techniques for Materials Physics (3 CUs)
  • Frontiers in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Data Acquisition and Processing Skills for Physicists II (3 CUs)
  • Data Analysis and Modelling in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Physical Methods in Financial Data Modelling (3 CUs)
  • Modern Scattering Methods in Materials Science (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics (3 CUs)
  • Statistical Mechanics (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Biophysics (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Quantum Optics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Instrumentation and Measurement Methods for Experimental Physics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Computational Methods for Simulation and Modelling (3 CUs)
  • Mathematical Methods for Scientists and Engineers (3 CUs)
  • Physics at Nanoscale (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Electrodynamics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Solid State Physics (3 CUs)
  • Energy Materials: Physics and Applications (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Quantum Information (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Research in Physics (9 CUs)

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The programme aims to provide an opportunity for university graduates in physical science or engineering disciplines to obtain post-graduate level training in applied physics with highly marketable professional skills specialized in the sub-fields of Bio-medical Physics, Energy Materials Physics and General Advanced Physics. It also provides an opportunity for scientists and engineers in industry to upgrade their knowledge or skills through pursuing graduate level studies of various topics of applied physics.  The graduates of this programme will gain knowledge of physical principles and how these principles can be applied to practical problems in specific related professions. The training and knowledge provided are suitable for employment as medical technical specialists and engineers in electronic and renewable energy industries in Hong Kong, China and other South Eastern countries.  It is also expected that this programme will serve as a bridge providing a good base for students to pursue Ph.D. studies in related fields (Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).



Course Description


To complete the programme, students have to acquire a total of 30 credit units (CUs), of which 12 CUs must be acquired from core courses in graduate level general physics, quantum technology, and data modelling. The remaining 18 CUs can be acquired from a list of elective courses.


Core courses:


  • Introduction to Quantum Technology (3 CUs)
  • Data Acquisition and Processing Skills for Physicists I (3 CUs)
  • Machine Learning in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Modern Topics in Physics (3 CUs)


Elective courses:


  • Modern Characterization Techniques for Materials Physics (3 CUs)
  • Frontiers in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Data Acquisition and Processing Skills for Physicists II (3 CUs)
  • Data Analysis and Modelling in Physics (3 CUs)
  • Physical Methods in Financial Data Modelling (3 CUs)
  • Modern Scattering Methods in Materials Science (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics (3 CUs)
  • Statistical Mechanics (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Biophysics (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Quantum Optics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Instrumentation and Measurement Methods for Experimental Physics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Computational Methods for Simulation and Modelling (3 CUs)
  • Mathematical Methods for Scientists and Engineers (3 CUs)
  • Physics at Nanoscale (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Electrodynamics (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Solid State Physics (3 CUs)
  • Energy Materials: Physics and Applications (3 CUs)
  • Introduction to Quantum Information (3 CUs)
  • Advanced Research in Physics (9 CUs)

Admission Requirements

79+
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To be eligible for admission, candidates must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for postgraduate students of City University of Hong Kong and have:
  • an undergraduate degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline; OR
  • evidence of academic and/or professional attainments acceptable for this purpose by the University and the Department.

31 Mar 2026
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Tuition fees

Domestic
25,309 USD
International
25,309 USD

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