MASTER IN FOUNDAMENTAL PHYSICS Nanotechnologies and Quantum Devices (NanoQuad)
Language(s) of instruction: English (100%)
Length of study: 2 years, full time
Course Location:
Université Paris Cité, France (including a 4 months internship)
Degrees awarded:
– Master Physique Fondamentale et Applications, parcours Dispositifs Quantiques, Université Paris Cité
Entry Requirements: This programme is intended for students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in physics, materials science, or engineering with a strong physics orientation, as well as for students from Écoles supérieures (such as École Polytechnique or Écoles Normales)
Language pre-requisites: B2 level in English
Course overview
Nanotechnologies and Quantum Devices (NanoQuad) is an international two-year master’s programme offering advanced theoretical and experimental education on a broad range of quantum phenomena, with particular emphasis on quantum devices and nanotechnologies. The objective of the programme is to form graduates with complementary expertise in modern quantum physics and physical engineering, specifically applied to quantum devices.
Students acquire state-of-the-art skills in nanofabrication and nanocharacterisation through access to the laboratories of Politecnico di Torino during the first year, and to the cleanroom facilities of Université Paris Cité and the dedicated Nanoscience and QuanTech teaching platforms during the second year. The programme further benefits from the participation of leading scientists active in the field of quantum devices.
Jointly offered by Université Paris Cité and Politecnico di Torino, the programme is taught entirely in English. Upon successful completion of the two-year curriculum, students are awarded a double degree: the Italian Laurea Magistrale (Master’s Degree) in Nanotechnologies for ICTs and the French Master’s Degree Dispositifs Quantiques. The NanoQuad programme is fully aligned with national and international initiatives in Quantum Technologies, particularly in the domains of education, research, and innovation.
Owing to this well-established academic and industrial network, graduates have access to numerous opportunities in both research and development. They may pursue doctoral studies in leading public or private research institutions or enter employment as specialised scientists or engineers in high-tech industries.
Skills and competencies developed
The NanoQuad program combines academic excellence with professional preparation. It is designed both to equip students for fundamental research in physics and to provide the practical skills required for careers in advanced technology sectors. Graduates are well prepared to join research teams in academic, public, or industrial environments.
- Learning outcomes
- Students completing the program will acquire:
- Comprehensive experimental and theoretical knowledge in quantum physics, including photonics, electronics, spintronics, nanomagnetism, low dimensional materials, nanomaterials, solid-state physics, and quantum information.
- Practical experience in nanotechnology and quantum technology, through project-based learning involving literature reviews, cleanroom training, experimental measurements, and presentation of research outcomes.
Research autonomy and project management skills, developed through an individual research project conducted during the final-year internship.