ECTS
60 credits
Duration
1 year
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Language(s) of Instruction
French
Overview
The Bachelor’s degree in Physics is a three-year program that constitutes the first stage of higher education. It is open to students with a science-track high school diploma and enables them to acquire fundamental knowledge in general, theoretical, and experimental physics—ranging from classical to modern physics—as well as in mathematics and computer programming, with a progressive specialization in the third year (L3) toward Fundamental Physics or Physics and Its Applications. The CUPGE Physics and Mathematics track (University Preparatory Cycle for the Grandes Écoles) from the first to the third year offers an in-depth interdisciplinary education. A brief overview of the various tracks within the Bachelor’s Degree in Physics can be downloaded here: Bachelor’s Degree in Physics Overview.
Program available through Accès Santé (L.AS).
Objectives
The Physics and Applications track of the Bachelor’s degree in Physics is specifically designed for students who wish to develop dual expertise in general physics and applied and instrumental physics, and who are pursuing a career as a scientific manager in engineering. The program enables students to gradually master the basic concepts of physics and the use of mathematical and numerical tools to analyze, describe, and model physical systems. In doing so, they develop critical thinking skills, the ability to independently conduct experimental projects, and the ability to communicate their results in writing and orally, in both French and English. These are the knowledge, skills, and expertise required for further study in the Master’s program in Fundamental Physics and Applications at Montpellier or, more generally, in any Master’s program in Physics or interdisciplinary fields, both in France and abroad. The program also prepares students for further study at engineering schools—either through direct admission or by passing entrance exams—or for direct entry into the workforce at the end of the third year (L3), such as through civil service exams.
Expertise and Skills
In the Physics and Applications track, the in-depth study in the third year of undergraduate studies focuses primarily on the major fields of applied physics (electronics, energy, optics, nuclear physics, acoustics, etc.) and related technologies.
Generally speaking, the jobs held by our students span many areas of the public and private economic and industrial sectors (research, development, design, quality control, production, and teaching). They hold positions as managers, senior managers, and engineers.
Program
Experimental Physics S5 PA
5 credits45hS5L3PHYAPPCHOIX
4 creditsChoose 2 out of 4
The Origin of the Elements: A Cosmic Journey
2 credits18hNanosciences and Nanotechnologies
2 credits18hPhysics and Computer Science
2 credits18hBiophysics
2 credits18h
English S5
2 creditsElements of Electronics
4 credits36hApplied Optics
4 credits36hIntroduction to Quantum Physics
4 credits36hIntroduction to Statistical Physics
3 credits27hAcoustics - Thermal
4 credits36h
Programming for Physics
3 credits27hElasticity and Hydrodynamics
4 credits36hSupervised Projects, Semester 6
4 credits36hElements of Quantum Solid-State Theory
6 credits54hStructure and Properties of Matter
4 credits36hRadioactivity, Nuclear Energy
3 credits27hExperimental Physics S6 PA
6 credits54h
Admission
Admission Requirements
The Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Physics and Applications track (L3PA), requires a solid foundation in physics and strong experimental skills. Admission to the L3PA program is based on application review for candidates who have earned 120 credits toward a Bachelor’s degree in Physics or who have completed a degree in a related field, such as CPGE programs specializing in PSI or PT, or a DUT in Physical Measurements. Students with other degrees may also apply. Their applications will be reviewed by the admissions committee.
Registration Procedures
Applications for admission to the L3PA program must be submitted through the eCandidat online application system. For non-EU international students, depending on their country of origin, the application may be processed through the CampusFrance program.