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Master of Compound Semiconductor Physics

Cardiff University

  • Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

A 1-year full-time MSc in Compound Semiconductor Physics, offered by the School of Physics and Astronomy.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: no
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational knowledge in Compound Semiconductor Physics. Apply skills related to 1-year full-time MSc
  • Core modules include Research Project
  • Compound Semiconductor Fabrication. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

  • Industrial compound semiconductors
  • Silicon semiconductors
  • Semiconductor photonics

Curriculum

  • 1-year full-time MSc. Core modules include Research Project
  • Compound Semiconductor Fabrication
  • Advanced Semiconductor Device Photonics
  • Advanced Techniques in Physics and Astrophysics and Advanced Study and Research Skills. Options include High Frequency Device Physics and Design
  • Optoelectronics and Micro- and Nano-engineering. Ends with Research Project (60 credits).

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Degree requirement: a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as astronomy
  • Astrophysics
  • Computer science
  • Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Or related physical science
  • Or an equivalent international degree
  • Additional academic criteria: UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international degree for most courses (2:2 for some
  • E.g. Software Engineering MSc)
  • MBA also needs 3 years work experience and interview.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (UK 2:1 or international equivalent), some courses need programming, work experience or a portfolio

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • PTE Academic 69

Other requirements

  • Work experience required

Work experience details

MBA also needs 3 years work experience

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed Application
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Passport or Identity Document
  • Previous Degree Certificate
  • Academic References
  • Statement of Purpose

How to apply

  1. Review the Compound Semiconductor Physics admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Include evidence of the required professional experience. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year£29,700 GBP
Application fee£35 GBP
Deposit£3,000 GBP

Program details

CampusCardiff
Faculty or schoolSchool of Physics and Astronomy
DepartmentSchool of Physics and Astronomy
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship notePotential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Compound Semiconductor Physics. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    18 Jun 2027

    216 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.