MSc Physics
Semester-wise Syllabus for MSc Physics
Semester 1: Core Foundations
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Classical Mechanics
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Lagrangian & Hamiltonian mechanics, central forces
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Rigid body dynamics, small oscillations
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Mathematical Physics
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Complex analysis, special functions (Bessel, Legendre)
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Linear algebra, tensor calculus
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Electromagnetic Theory
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Maxwell’s equations, wave propagation
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Waveguides, radiation theory
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Quantum Mechanics I
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Schrödinger equation, Hilbert spaces
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Angular momentum, perturbation theory (time-independent)
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Lab Work
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Experiments on optics, electromagnetism, and mechanics
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Semester 2: Advanced Core Subjects
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Statistical Mechanics
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Ensembles (microcanonical, canonical, grand canonical)
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Bose-Einstein & Fermi-Dirac statistics
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Quantum Mechanics II
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Scattering theory, identical particles
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Approximation methods (WKB, variational)
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Solid State Physics
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Crystal structure, band theory, semiconductors
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Superconductivity, magnetism
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Nuclear & Particle Physics
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Nuclear models, decay processes
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Standard Model, Feynman diagrams
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Lab Work
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Experiments on quantum phenomena, spectroscopy, and condensed matter
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Semester 3: Specializations & Electives
Core Subjects
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Advanced Electrodynamics
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Relativistic electrodynamics, covariant formulation
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Computational Physics
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Numerical methods (Monte Carlo, FDTD) using Python/Matlab
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Electives (Choose 2–3)
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Astrophysics & Cosmology: Stellar dynamics, FRW metric
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Plasma Physics: MHD, fusion technology
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Biophysics: Molecular motors, neurophysics
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Nanophysics: Quantum dots, spintronics
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Project Work I
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Literature review + simulations/experimental setup
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Semester 4: Research & Dissertation
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Thesis/Dissertation
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Original research (theoretical/computational/experimental)
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Seminar & Viva Voce
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Presentation and defense of research
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Advanced Electives (Optional)
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Quantum Field Theory: Klein-Gordon equation
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Nonlinear Dynamics: Chaos theory, fractals
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Master's