INTRODUCTION
The Master of Science (MSc) in Physics degree is a two-year post-graduate course in Physics. Physics is the branch of natural science which deals with the study of matter, energy, force and the interaction between them. The course is usually undertaken after a three-year BSc in Physics graduate degree program and prepares candidates for application and research-based careers. The course provides in-depth knowledge about Physics and covers and emphasizes on the theoretical and practical concepts and the fundamentals of Physics. It also involves basic concepts of Mathematics, Geometry and Computers. Important theories and laws are taught that involve the definition and applications of matter, motion, speed, velocity, space and time, energy, pressure and force. Candidates are trained to configure and determine numerical figures, precise measurements, diagrammatic illustrations and graphical representation to explain and demonstrate natural occurrences, simple machines, analysis of natural processes and working of everyday appliances.
The course enhances personal skills like communication, attention to detail, numerical ability, teamwork, logic, presentation and analysis; and professional skills like planning and execution, problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical thinking and reasoning.
SCOPE OF MSc PHYSICS
MSc Physics graduates have multiple opportunities in the fields of Research and Technology. Opportunities can be found in:
Students can contribute as scientists in national laboratories and organizations like:
- Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL)
- Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- Space Application Centres (SAC)
- National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL)
- Inter university accelerator centres (IUAC)
- Indira Gandhi Centre for atomic research (IGCAR)
- Raja Ramanna Centre for advanced Technology (RRCAT)
- Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre (VECC)
- Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL)
- Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
- Heavy Water Board (HWB) o Atomic mineral Directorate (AMD)
Students can become Research Associates in research institutes like:
- Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)
