Study photonics technologies – for a more sustainable future!
With photonics, the science and technology of light, you can make an impact to improve our daily lives sustainably. Producing, using and controlling light is key to communications, health care, energy production, manufacturing, safety and security as well as high-tech consumer products. Our Master’s Programme in Photonics Technologies will give you the perfect basis and knowledge for a future career in a rapidly growing industry.
Our International Master's Programme in Photonics Technologies offers a comprehensive curriculum that provides deep expertise across a range of photonics fields. You will explore topics such as light-matter interactions, laser technologies, optical system design, semiconductor innovations, and cutting-edge nanofabrication techniques. Specialize in Photonics Materials or Ultrafast Photonics and Lasers, with hands-on laboratory experiences in your studies. Through our industry partnerships, you will gain real-world experience and access to exciting internship opportunities.
Bright Career Prospects
Studying photonics will give you the skills for a career as a high-tech expert in a rapidly growing industry. Your future role can be project engineer, technology specialist, developer, or manager. You can work in health care, energy production, communications, manufacturing, safety, just to mention a few options. You might also opt for doctoral studies and pursue an academic career.
Benefit from international networks and high-quality research
Photonics is a rapidly expanding field, and this degree will equip you with the skills to excel as a high-tech expert in a variety of industries. Your career can lead you to roles as project engineer, technology specialist, developer, or manager in sectors such as healthcare, renewable energy, telecommunications, electronics manufacturing, defense and security, autonomous systems, environmental monitoring, and biotechnology. If academia is your calling, this programme also provides excellent foundations for doctoral studies.
Leverage International Networks and Top-tier Research
Tampere University’s extensive international networks will give you a competitive edge in the job market and enrich your academic experience. You will have the opportunity to pursue a double degree in Photonics with Bordeaux University, applying during your first year of studies at Tampere University.
Additionally, Tampere University is a key partner in the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree Europhotonics, an avenue for a globally recognized qualification. There is a separate application process to the EuroPhotonics programme.
Our programme is grounded in cutting-edge research. Tampere University coordinates the Flagship for Photonics Research and Innovation, PREIN, a leading ecosystem funded by the Research Council of Finland, renowned for its impactful contributions to society.
Join us in shaping a more sustainable future by mastering the technologies that will drive tomorrow's world!
Curriculum
Detailed information on the content and structure of the studies is included in the curriculum.
Please read through the information provided. For further questions regarding the application process, contact our Admissions office at admissions.tau@tuni.fi or for questions regarding the content of the programme, please contact photonics.studies.tau@tuni.fi.
