Duration
2 years
Component
Faculty of Science and Technology
Language(s) of instruction
English
Presentation
The Quantum and Photonic Technologies (QPT) master’s track is a two-year program offered as part of the Master’s in Fundamental Physics and Applications at theUniversity of Lille. Open to students entering either their first or second year, the program is designed for those with a background in fundamental physics. Taught entirely in English, it offers training in a vibrant international environment, preparing students for careers and research in the rapidly evolving fields of quantum science and photonics.
The Quantum and Photonic Technologiesmaster’s track aims to train physicists to tackle the major scientific questions of the 21st century, ranging from fundamental to applied challenges. The master’s track covers a wide range of physics, from fundamental quantum physics and quantum technologies, the physics of light and photonic technologies, to condensed matter physics and statistical mechanics.
Know-how and skills
Students in the Quantum and Photonics Technologies (QPT) program will develop broad expertise in modern theoretical and experimental physics, covering quantum mechanics, condensed matter physics, statistical physics, quantum field theory, quantum information, and photonics. They will learn how to model and manipulate quantum systems, harness light for information processing and sensing, and use modern computational methods—including AI-assisted scientific tools—to address contemporary challenges in physics. Through laboratory courses, interdisciplinary projects, and long-term research internships, students will acquire the scientific, technical, and professional skills required for doctoral studies and careers in research and innovation in the rapidly growing field of quantum and photonics technologies.
Training benefits
The QPT Master’s program is part of the Complexity in the Physical and Digital Worlds Graduate Program, which brings together expertise in physics, mathematics, and computer science to address the scientific challenges of tomorrow.
It is also supported by the C2EMPI Center of Excellence, which fosters fundamental and interdisciplinary research at the interface of physics, mathematics, and their applications. Scholarships for students with outstanding academic records are available through both the Graduate Program and C2EMPI, along with relocation grants for international students to help them settle in Lille.
The program builds on the scientific excellence and research expertise of the two leading laboratories on campus: PhLAM (Laboratory of Laser, Atom, and Molecule Physics) and IEMN (Institute of Electronics, Microelectronics, and Nanotechnology), where students can conduct research projects and internships in areas ranging from fundamental quantum physics and photonics to emerging quantum technologies.
Organization
The master's program is a 2-year course (120 ECTS credits). It consists of three semesters (30 credits each) of integrated courses taught in English and a final semester dedicated to a research internship.
The master's program is organized into different knowledge and skills modules (BCC):
- BCC1 - Implementing fundamental physics tools and approaches to generate highly specialized knowledge
- BCC2 - Solving Complex Problems in Photonics and Quantum Physics
- BCC3 - Producing and communicating on experimental, numerical, or modeling projects
- BCC4 - Managing Professional Projects in Quantum Physics and/or Photonics
Courses
Required for S2 and S4
Admission
Admission requirements
For European students and non-EEF students: https://monmaster.gouv.fr
For EEF students: follow the procedure with Etudes en France at https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/
For M2 students only: ecandidat at the University of Lille at https://ecandidat.univ-lille.fr
And then
Further studies
Students will acquire the scientific, technical, and professional skills required for doctoral studies and careers in research and innovation in the rapidly growing field of quantum and photonics technologies.
Professional integration
The Master of Fundamental and Applied Physics prepares students for careers in either public research laboratories or in industry or business, in one of the many fields covered by the program. Graduates may enter the workforce directly after graduation or pursue further study and a Ph.D. This master’s degree is also suitable for prospective teachers.