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 program enables students to gradually master the basic concepts of physics and the use of mathematical and numerical tools to analyze, describe, and model a physical system. In doing so, they develop their critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to independently conduct experimental projects and communicate their results in writing and orally, in both French and English. These are the knowledge, skills, and expertise required to pursue 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 to continue their studies at engineering schools—either through direct admission or by passing an entrance exam—or to enter the workforce directly upon completing their third year of undergraduate studies, for example by taking civil service exams.
Expertise and Skills
Students in the Fundamental Physics track learn to master all the concepts of classical physics (mechanics, optics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, etc.) and modern physics (quantum mechanics, special relativity, particle physics, etc.), as well as the theoretical formalization of a physical system.
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
S5L3PHYCHOIX
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 creditsMath Tools S5
6 credits54hAnalytical and Quantum Mechanics
7 credits63hWave Optics and Electrodynamics
7 credits63hExperimental Physics S5
4 credits36h
Statistical Physics
5 credits45hRelativity and Subatomic Physics
6 credits54hExperimental Physics S6
4 credits36hHydrodynamics
3 credits27hSupervised Projects, Semester 6
4 credits36hSimulation Tools
3 credits27hQuantum Mechanics
5 credits45h
Admission
Admission Requirements
The Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Fundamental Physics Track (L3PF), requires a solid background in physics and very strong skills in mathematics. Admission to the L3PF 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 MP, PSI, or PCSI. Students holding a different degree may also apply. Their applications will be reviewed by the academic admissions committee.
Registration Procedures
Applications for admission to the L3PF 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.