L3 - Physics and Applications (PA)

  • ECTS

    60 credits

  • Duration

    1 year

  • Training structure

    Faculty of Science

  • Language(s) of instruction

    French

Presentation

The Bachelor's degree in Physics is a three-year course that represents the first stage in higher education. It is open to students with a scientific baccalaureate, and provides them with fundamental knowledge of general, theoretical and experimental physics, from classical to modern physics, as well as mathematics and computer programming, with progressive specialization in L3 towards Fundamental Physics or Physics and its Applications. The CUPGE Physics and Mathematics pathway (Cycle Universitaire Préparatoire aux Grandes Écoles) from L1 to L3 offers in-depth bi-disciplinary training. A brief presentation of the various Physics degree courses can be downloaded here: Licence Physique presentation.

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Objectives

The Physics and Applications track of the Physics bachelor's degree is particularly aimed at students wishing to acquire dual skills in general physics and in applied and instrumental physics, with a view to a career as a scientific executive in engineering. The program enables students to progressively master the basic concepts of physics and the use of mathematical and numerical tools to analyze, describe and model a physical system. They also develop critical thinking skills, and the ability to conduct independent experimental projects and communicate their results orally and in writing, in French and English. These are the knowledge, skills and know-how required for further study in the Montpellier Fundamental Physics and Applications Master's program, or more generally in all Physics Master's programs or at the interfaces, in France and abroad. The program also enables students to go on to study at an engineering school, either on the basis of their qualifications or through a competitive examination, or to enter the job market directly at the end of L3, for example through a competitive administrative examination.

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Know-how and skills

In the Physics and Applications pathway, in-depth knowledge in L3 is essentially focused on the major fields of applied physics (electronics, energy, optics, nuclear, acoustics, etc.) and associated technologies.

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Program

  • Experimental Physics S5 PA

    5 credits45h
  • S5L3PHYAPPCHOICE

    4 credits
    • Choice of 2 out of 4

      • The origin of the elements: a cosmic journey

        2 credits18h
      • Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

        2 credits18h
      • Physics Computing

        2 credits18h
      • Life Physics

        2 credits18h
  • English S5

    2 credits
  • Electronics

    4 credits36h
  • Applied Optics

    4 credits36h
  • Introduction to quantum physics

    4 credits36h
  • Introduction to Statistical Physics

    3 credits27h
  • Acoustics - Thermal

    4 credits36h
  • Programming for Physics

    3 credits27h
  • Elasticity and hydrodynamics

    4 credits36h
  • S6 Tutored Projects

    4 credits36h
  • Elements of Quantum Solid Theory

    6 credits54h
  • Structure and Properties of Matter

    4 credits36h
  • Radioactivity, Nuclear Energy

    3 credits27h
  • Experimental Physics S6 PA

    6 credits54h

Admission

Access conditions

The Physics and Applications degree (L3PA) requires a solid background in physics and good experimental skills. Admission to the L3PA program is open to candidates with 120 physics bachelor's degree credits, or after validation of a diploma in the corresponding field, e.g. CPGE specialties PSI, PT, DUT Mesures Physiques, etc. Students with other diplomas may also apply. Their applications will be examined by the admissions committee.

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How to register

Applications for admission to L3PA must be made via the online eCandidat application. For non-EU foreign students, depending on their nationality of origin, applications may be processed through CampusFrance.

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