Università degli Studi di Parma

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First cycle degree

Physics

COD. 3026
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A.Y. 2016/2017
CLASS:
L-30 - Classe delle lauree in Scienze e tecnologie fisiche
Years of study: 3
Credits (CFU): 180
Mode of study: full-time
FREE-ACCESS COURSE

9 places available for Non-EU citizens
including 3 places reserved to Chinese citizens

Enrolment: from July 20th 2016, 12.00 h, to September 30th 2016

COURSE STRUCTURE DIAGRAM WITH CREDITS

PERCORSO COMUNE (curriculum)

Year of study: 1

Year of study: 2

Year of study: 3

Profile of the programme

The First Cycle Degree Course in Physics (lasting 3 years) provides students with a solid methodological preparation and essential knowledge concerning physical, mathematical, computer science and chemical disciplines.
The course allows students to become familiar with the scientific investigation method, modelling capacities and analysis of complex systems of phenomena.
Thanks to extensive laboratory activities and training, students acquire operative skills and mastery of advanced and innovative tools, computer devices and techniques. The course constantly keeps up-to-date with the evolution and progress of science and technology.
The first and second year of course focus on basic compulsory subjects, while the third year also includes optional subjects in order for students to personalise their curriculum.
The knowledge and competences gained allow students to pursue their studies in Second Cycle Degree Courses belonging to Class LM-17 (Physics), Class LM-53 (Material Science and Engineering) or similar. Graduates are also entitled to enter the world of work directly or after a brief internship, especially as regards activities requiring mastery of scientific culture and methods, an open and flexible mind and quick adaptation to use and learning of new technologies and methodologies.
Lectures and classes are held at the Department of Physics and Earth Sciences, where professors conduct their research activities.

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Admission requirements

Admission to the First Cycle Degree Course in Physics is not regulated by any entrance test.
Applicants must possess a secondary school diploma or a valid certificate obtained abroad and recognised as an equivalent qualification according to current legislation.

Key learning outcomes

The First Cycle Degree Course in Physics (lasting 3 years) provides students with a solid methodological preparation and essential knowledge concerning physical, mathematical, computer science and chemical disciplines.
The course allows students to become familiar with the scientific investigation method, modelling capacities and analysis of complex systems of phenomena.
Thanks to extensive laboratory activities and training, students acquire operative skills and mastery of advanced and innovative tools, computer devices and techniques. The course constantly keeps up to date with the evolution and progress of science and technology.
The first and second year of course focus on basic compulsory subjects, while the third year also includes optional subjects in order for students to personalise their curriculum (some examples can be retrieved at the link indicated below).
The knowledge and competences gained allow students to pursue their studies in Second Cycle Degree Courses belonging to Class LM-17 (Physics), Class LM-53 (Material Science and Engineering) or similar. Graduates are also entitled to enter the world of work directly or after a brief internship, especially as regards activities requiring mastery of scientific culture and methods, an open and flexible mind and quick adaptation to use and learning of new technologies and methodologies.
The learning objectives of the course include subjects concerning:
- Classical Physics ( Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism and Optics);
- Physics Laboratory (preparation of experiments, acquisition and statistical elaboration on experimental data);
- Theoretical and mathematical physics (Mathematical Methods for Physics, Analytical Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, introduction to Quantum Physics);
- aspects of Modern Physics (Elements of Nuclear and Sub-Nuclear Physics, Condensed Matter Physics);
- Basic Mathematics (Mathematical Analysis and Geometry) and Calculus;
- Organic and Inorganic Chemistry.
For a description of the degree course, visit the link: http://fisicatriennale.unipr.it/cgi-bin/campusnet/home.pl/View?doc=home_...

Final examination, if any

The final examination consists in the presentation of a written thesis in front of a designated commission. The thesis, resulted form individual but not necessarily original work, is edited by the candidate under the guidance of a supervisor named by the Didactic Commission of the Degree Course and reports an in-depth study and research on a topic concerning Physics but not included in standard subjects.
Candidates are asked to consult scientific texts and bibliography in a foreign language as well, in order to prove the acquisition of the learning and linguistic skills required for the fulfilment of the course objectives. Through the final presentation of the thesis, consisting in a sort of seminar, the candidate will also prove his/her communicative skills.
The topic of the thesis must first be approved by the Didactic Commission of the Degree Course. The thesis can also consist in a written report on an internship or on-the-job training experience in public or private companies, structures or laboratories outside the University. In this case, the University stipulates an agreement with the external institution or company; in compliance with the agreement, the scientific tutor for the internship together with the company tutor will design/define the training project for the candidate.

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