Master in Advanced Methods in Particle Physics

Partner Universities

The International Master of Advanced Methods in Particle Physics (IMAPP) is a joint degree program between the TU Dortmund University, the University of Bologna, and Clermont Auvergne. The program addresses students interested in particle physics and aims to be leading researchers in the academe or private companies.

The degree aligns its program with the job market needs: it offers 36 credits in statistics and artificial intelligence, the development of detectors and electronics, and computer science. Moreover, 36 credits are devoted to experimental techniques, 18 credits are focused on theoretical foundations, and 30 credits are reserved for the final research thesis. By studying at three universities in the core of Europe, IMAPP offers a unique mobility experience.

Five reasons to enroll

1. Acquire cutting-edge knowledge in the field of particle physics
2. Acquire skills in great demand on the job market: statistics and artificial intelligence, detector, and electronics as well as computer science
3. Experience life, culture, and education in three countries at the heart of Europe. Elect the location for the thesis research from a broad range of leading laboratories and universities worldwide
4. Enhance your CV with an international joint master's degree in physics
5. Join an international student network

The program starts with an orientation week in Clermont prior to the first semester. The first semester (Fall/Winter) will take place at the University Clermont-Auvergne. The course work offered focuses on introductory courses on theoretical and experimental particle physics as well as on statistical data analysis. An annual summer school will be offered before the start of the second semester, where lecturers from the three universities and the associated partners will be invited. The second semester (Spring/Summer) will take place at the TU Dortmund University. The course work offered focuses on theoretical and experimental particle physics as well as on instrumentation, detector, and accelerator physics. The third semester (Fall/Winter) will take place at the University of Bologna. The course work offered focuses on theoretical and experimental particle physics as well as on scientific computing. In addition to the course work, students will prepare for their Master's thesis. Finally, the fourth semester (Spring/Summer) will take place at either of the universities or associated partners. The semester is dedicated to a research project which will be summarized in a Master's thesis.