At the heart of a research site that excels in fusion sciences, this master’s will give you a solid foundation in fundamental physics linked to a strong specialisation in fusion science and technology.

Strengths of the course

  • Year one of the master’s includes a 2-month internship in a laboratory as an introduction to the world of research. Year two includes a 4 to 6-month internship.
  • Year two can also be completed as a work-study programme in industry or a research laboratory.
  • Year two includes a one-month practical work placement at the tokamak WEST site at CEA Cadarache. All students of the national “Fusion and hot plasma science Training Federation” (Paris, Nancy, Bordeaux, Marseille) and the Fusion-EP Erasmus Mundus master’s meet in person.
  • Both years include seminars and conferences delivered by fusion researchers from the ITER, CEA Cadarache or Aix Marseille Université as well as site visits (ITER, CEA, etc.).
  • Option of international mobility grants to complete an internship abroad or in one of a number of research laboratories hosting students for an internship at AMU.
  • A number of thesis openings at AMU and at our national or international partners.

Objectives

  • The objective of year 1 (M1) is to provide high-level training in fundamental physics covering a wide field, with an introduction to plasma and fusion sciences.
  • The objective of year 2 (M2) is to develop and enhance knowledge in fusion and plasma sciences through a core curriculum, and to specialise in “Magnetic confinement fusion” or “Physics and plasma technology” through elective courses.

Practical information

  • Option of study grants for international students. Click here for more information
  • Click here for more information about enrolment
  • Courses take place on the Saint-Charles campus (city centre) in year 1 and on the Saint-Jérôme campus in year 2

CONTACT (first name.surname@univ-amu.fr)

  • Matteo Faganello: in charge of the Plasma and Fusion section of the master’s
  • Serge Lazzarini: in charge of the fundamental physics specialisation of the Master’s in Physics
  • Olivier Agullo: in charge of the year 2 work-study programme

Work-study programme in year 2?

You can complete year 2 of your master’s as a work-study programme in industry or a research laboratory in the field of plasma physics (fusion, cold plasmas, charged fluids). Many governmental organisations, start-ups or large companies are likely to welcome you (CEA, Rio Tinto, APREX solutions...).

If this sparks your interest, please contact the person in charge of the work-study programme (contact opposite) and download the information document opposite.