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MSc - Master of Science
South Kensington Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
South Kensington Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
South Kensington Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Advance your knowledge of optics in one of the largest centres for optics-based research and application in the UK. Discover why this field is of key importance to many industrial sectors including medicine, ICT and high-tech manufacturing.
Imperial has offered an advanced course in optics for over 80 years. The current MSc in Optics and Photonics draws on that wealth of experience to prepare graduates for employment within a variety of careers in industry or further doctoral studies.
The programme will explore key topics including imaging, laser fundamentals, optical measurements and devices, and optical communications.
You'll carry out substantial laboratory and project work during the course. There is also a chance to undertake a self-study project in an area of your choice. Your studies will conclude with a full-time project, which may be in industry, an academic research group, or abroad.
2:1 in physics, mathematics or electrical engineering.
Students living in
Domestic
£16,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£38,300 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£38,300 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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