European Master of Science in Radiation and its Effects on Microelectronics and Photonics Technologies (RADMEP)
Geel, Belgium
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* non-EEA fee | 4500 EUR ; EEA fee
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The European Master in Radiation and its effects on MicroElectronics and Photonics Technologies (RADMEP) provides a multidisciplinary and innovative programme covering the interactions between Radiation and MicroElectronics and Photonics, two Key Enabling Technologies for the future of Europe. RADMEP's objective is to educate students in those advanced technologies, providing methodologies and introducing practical applications for their implementation in a variety of natural or man-made radiation-rich environments. RADMEP has two goals: first to improve the career prospects of its students and second to respond to the needs of the industry, agencies, and society. Thanks to this Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, students will develop useful professional and soft skills in the rich European cultural context.
All RADMEP students will start their studies in semester 1 at the University of Jyväskylä (Finland), before moving to KU Leuven Geel Campus (Belgium) in semester 2. They will obtain fundamental knowledge and experience in MicroElectronics and Photonics and their behavior under irradiation.
In the third semester, RADMEP students will have to make a choice between two different specialisations: Radiation Effects on Photonics Technologies at Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne (France), or Radiation Effects on MicroElectronics at Université de Montpellier (France). Finally, in the last semester, students will undertake a 6-month master's thesis in a research centre or in the industry (for example from the large RADMEP network of more than 35 associate partners).
Curriculum
Courses at Jyväskylä University Finland
Major Units
- Applied Semiconductor Physics
- Electron, Photon and Ion Beam Methods in Materials Science
- Measuring Techniques
- Numerical Methods in Physics
- Workshop 1: Basics of Radiation Environments and Challenges Related to Radiation Effects
Courses at KU Leuven
Major Units
- Analog Chip Design
- Embedded Systems
- Digital Chip Design
- Analog and Mixed-Signal Chip Design and Image Sensors
- Photonics Basics and Ethics
Courses at University Jean Monnet - Track 1: Photonics
Major Units
- Basics of Photonics
- Advanced Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies
- Radiation Effects on Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies
- Photonics Labs
- Workshop 3: @CERN - Simulation Tools for Radiation-Matter Interaction and Radiation Effects on Materials, Components and Systems
Courses at University of Montpellier - Track 2: MicroElectronics
Major Units
- Radiation and Reliability of Electronics for Transport, Aerospace and Nuclear
- Test and Reliability of Integrated Circuits and Systems
- Industrial Tools and Methodologies for Devices Qualification for Space Missions
- Embedded Electronics and Wireless Communication
- Workshop 3: @CERN - Simulation Tools for Radiation-Matter Interaction and Radiation Effects
Master's Thesis
- Master's Thesis
Ideal Students
- Are you interested in Radiation, Photonics, Microelectronics, and Chip Design?
- Do you have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in the fields of Physics, Photonics, or MicroElectronics?
- Are you ready to study in a real international environment and to get to know the European cultural context?
If so, this master’s program is right for you.
Admissions
Program delivery
The courses are fully taught in English.
Program Outcome
- Credits: 120 ECTS
- Degree Type: Master
- Specifications: Master of Science.
Program Tuition Fee
Why study at KU Leuven
What sets us apart as a university?
A highly ranked university
KU Leuven is among the best 100 universities in the world according to both Times Higher Education World Rankings and QS World University Rankings. All of KU Leuven’s disciplines proudly belong to the top 100 of their field. Furthermore, KU Leuven was ranked by Reuters as the most innovative university in Europe in 2016.
Research-based education
Education at KU Leuven is research-based, which means students will learn from the same professors who are performing the ground-breaking research you read about in the press. New insights are instantly integrated into classes and students are encouraged to perform their own research. In our FabLab, students can use a number of high-tech machines to create whatever they want – all free of charge.
Affordable tuition fees
Higher education is highly valued in Belgium and therefore subsidised by the government. This allows KU Leuven to keep tuition fees relatively low, which gives you a price/quality ratio very few top-100 universities can match. We take pride in keeping our programmes as accessible as possible to allow the brightest students from around the globe to join our courses.
International student life with respect for diversity
According to Times Higher Education, KU Leuven is in the top 50 of most international universities worldwide with staff and students from over 150 different nationalities. For all our international students, the Pangaea student centre is their home away from home. Our university also strives for diversity and inclusion and wants to work together on a pact for more respect.
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
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Rankings
KU Leuven is among the best 100 universities in the world according to both Times Higher Education World Rankings and QS World University Rankings. KU Leuven’s disciplines proudly belong to the top 100 of their field. Furthermore, KU Leuven was ranked by Reuters as the most innovative university in Europe in 2016.
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Career Opportunities
European Master of Science in Radiation and its Effects on Microelectronics and Photonics Technologies graduates will find broad employment opportunities in various sectors including radiation, photonics and microelectronics.
Graduates will meet the growing demands of the industry, agencies and society across the globe. They will develop useful professional and soft skills in the rich European cultural context and have improved career prospects.