Master of Science in Physics
MSc(PHYS)
Both full- and part-time
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
HK$190,000
Program Director:
Prof Kam Sing WONG, Professor of Physics
Physics underpins many of today’s technologies and innovations. The Master of Science Program in Physics enables one to meet the technological advances and ever evolving skill sets crucial for career progression. With specialization in scientific computing and advanced materials physics and technology, we aim to upgrade and strengthen knowledge in core areas of physics. Graduates will gain knowledge of advanced materials for applications in next-generation devices, and hands-on experience of learning various simulation and programming tools to solve physics and real-world problems. This program will enhance fundamental knowledge in physics and promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills - attributes much sought after by industry and business.
On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Advance their understanding of key concepts and fundamental principles of physics.
- Enhance their problem-solving skills and use of physics knowledge to provide solutions in various applications in science and technology.
- Apply critical thinking to evaluate and obtain a better understanding of complex modern technologies and their implications.
- Gain detailed knowledge and understanding of the advanced materials for applications in the next generation of electronic and optoelectronic devices and technologies particularly for those opting for the Advanced Materials Physics and Technology Concentration.
- Use qualitative and quantitative skills to formulate and design devices using advanced materials for various sensing/testing applications particularly for those opting for the Advanced Materials Physics and Technology Concentration.
- Learn various simulation and programming tools to solve and simulate a variety of physics problems particularly for those opting for the Scientific Computing Concentration.
- Implement appropriate programming tools and algorithms to provide solutions to scientific and/or real-world problems particularly for those opting for the Scientific Computing Concentration.
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Minimum Credit Requirement
25 credits
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Required Courses
7 credits
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Elective Courses
18 credits
Students are required to take at least two MSPY courses from the following list:
Students are allowed to take up to 6 credits of elective courses from other postgraduate courses that are not listed above, subject to prior approval of the Program Director.
Last update: 25 Feb 2025
Students may choose to graduate with one of the following concentrations, or with no concentration.
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Advanced Materials Physics and Technology Concentration
Students who opt for the Advanced Materials Physics and Technology Concentration are required to take the following three courses (9 credits) as part of the elective courses.
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Scientific Computing Concentration
Students who opt for the Scientific Computing Concentration are required to take the following three courses (9 credits) as part of the elective courses.
To qualify for admission, applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Admission is selective and meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
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Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification.
Applicants have to fulfill English Language requirements with one of the following proficiency attainments:
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TOEFL-iBT: 80 *
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TOEFL-pBT: 550
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TOEFL-Revised paper-delivered test: 60 (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
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IELTS (Academic Module): Overall score: 6.5 and All sub-score: 5.5 *
* Refers to scores in one single attempt only. Test at home option is not accepted.
Applicants are not required to present TOEFL or IELTS score if
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their first language is English, or
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they obtained the bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an institution where the medium of instruction was English.
- A bachelor’s degree in Physics/Applied Physics, Optics/Photonic, Mathematics, Materials Science, Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or
- A bachelor’s degree in other disciplines with at least two years of relevant full-time post-qualification work experience.
Apply online before the application deadlines.
HK$250
For 2025/26 Fall Term Intake (commencing in Sep 2025):
Non-local Applicants*
Full-time: 15 Jun 2025
Local Applicants
Full-time: 15 Jul 2025
Part-time: 15 Jul 2025
* Applicants are considered as non-local students if they hold (i) student visa/ entry permit; or (ii) visa under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG); or (iii) dependent visa/entry permit who were 18 years old or above when they were issued with such visa/ entry permit by the Director of Immigration. For details on student visa/ entry permit requirements, please click here.
