Specializations (specialization selection during recruitment):

• Nanophysics and Nanomaterials
• Radiation Protection in Medicine *

 * after approval by the Study Curriculum Determination Council

Professional title awarded: Master of Science in Physics.

Second-cycle studies in physics last 2 years (4 semesters) and are designed to impart expanded knowledge of physics based on a thorough foundation of mathematical and natural sciences, as well as knowledge in the field of a selected specialization. They develop skills of reasoning and accurate description of physical phenomena, use of modern measurement apparatus and technical diagnostic systems. The studies shape the skills of gathering, processing and transferring information in the field of natural sciences, in particular physical and technical sciences. Graduates of this course are also prepared to take up third degree studies. Depending on the chosen specialization, graduates acquire skills desirable for various professions.

The proposed specialization in Nanophysics and Nanomaterials is an innovation in the Physics Department, which meets modern trends. Nanostructures, composite and mesoscopic materials give rise to technologies implemented in specialized industrial laboratories and have applications in electronics and optoelectronics. The aim of the specialization is to educate young people in the field of technical physics with professional knowledge of solid-state physics, modern materials (with industrial applications) and their structural, electronic, optical and magnetic properties. Hence the important role of educating physicists with a thorough technical and specialist background, ready to implement research projects. This will enable the graduates to undertake professional work in electronic and electrotechnical plants related to modern technology.

The classes within the specialization start from the 2nd semester of studies. They mainly concern issues related to e.g. physics of semiconductor materials, physics of magnetic materials, interaction of radiation with matter, spectroscopic methods, nanophysics, physics of composite materials, numerical modelling of solids. In laboratory classes, they will get acquainted with basic methods of manufacturing and testing nanometric materials. Students interested in future work in industry have the opportunity to realise foreign internships in renowned industrial laboratories within the Erasmus+ programme.

Graduates of the Nanophysics and Nanomaterials specialisation will have the ability to analyse research and design problems concerning nanomaterials. Moreover, they will be acquainted with modern research methods of solid-state physics that enable testing of modern nanomaterials. The unique value of the graduate of this specialisation will be the ability to theoretically model structures of composite materials and analyse their physical properties. The combination of theoretical and practical knowledge will enable graduates to work in teams of specialists in research laboratories of industrial companies offering the use of modern technologies. Graduates are fluent in English and gain experience of working in industry.

Graduates of this specialization can find employment:

• as specialists in the study and modelling of nanostructures, composite and mesoscopic materials,
• as specialists involved in the implementation of nanostructures in specialized industrial laboratories,
• in electronic and electrotechnical plants implementing modern industrial technologies,
• Graduates of this specialization are potential candidates for doctoral studies in solid state physics.

Studies on the specialization Radiation Protection in Medicine* are addressed to persons who have completed first-cycle studies with specialization in Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection in the field of Physics or have completed studies in related fields related to physics or dosimetry of ionizing radiation.

Subjects related to the speciality are realized during the first and second year of studies. Within the framework of the specialization, students will acquire the knowledge necessary to work in health care units that use ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Practical classes on supervising compliance with radiological protection rules in medical units will be carried out in cooperation with hospitals and local medical facilities.

The graduate of the specialization will gain additional knowledge and skills in the field of radiological protection and ionizing radiation dosimetry, which will allow her/him to work in private and public institutions dealing with radiological monitoring and supervision. Workplaces may include laboratories controlling individual doses, medical facilities conducting diagnostics and treatment using ionizing radiation, and research units conducting research using radioactive substances administered to humans and animals.

The acquired knowledge and skills will allow to take the state exam for a Radiation Protection Inspector competent for medical activities, without the need to participate in specialized training, after prior approval by the authority competent to grant qualifications.

Graduates of this specialization can find employment in:

• health care units using ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes;
• companies that distribute and service devices containing radioactive sources or producing ionizing radiation for medical purposes;
• facilities producing and distributing radiopharmaceuticals for medical purposes;
• on research units conducting experimental research using ionizing radiation for medical purposes.

RECRUITMENT OF FOREIGNERS FOR SECOND-CYCLE STUDIES IN ENGLISH

Documents required upon application

When registering, a foreign candidate for second-cycle studies:

• fills in a personal questionnaire form,
• uploads a scan of their higher education diploma and a scan of the document certifying the results of his/her studies (supplement, list of grades, subjects) together with its translation into Polish made by a sworn translator and with an apostille or legalized translation into Polish made by a sworn translator
• provides an electronic photo in .jpg format (photo compliant with the requirements for issuing personal identification documents),
• submits a scanned document confirming their English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level (Education tab - Certificates and other documents required for enrollment).

If the candidate does not possess a language proficiency document in the language of instruction, they may request a language proficiency verification. To do so, the candidate must submit the application by the deadline of - 16.09.2024. The application should be filled out, signed, scanned, and then sent through the IRK system using the Help tab. The subject of the message should be: "Application for language proficiency verification" - Application to download

•  specifies the foreigner status in Poland and provides a scanned copy of the relevant document (e.g., valid Polish Card, supplementary protection status - UKR, permanent residence permit) (Foreign Candidate tab),
• enrols in the chosen undergraduate program by submitting their recruitment application (Recruitment Applications tab),
• makes the required recruitment payment to an individual account within the specified deadline according to the recruitment schedule,

• Power of attorney for deliveries –  Document to be downloaded under Recruitment applications - ‘Documents and next steps’

According to Article 40 § 4 of the Administrative Procedure Code of 14 June 1960, "A party who does not have a place of residence or habitual residence or a registered office in the Republic of Poland, another European Union Member State, the Swiss Confederation, or a European Free Trade Association (EFTA) state - a party to the agreement on the European Economic Area, if they have not appointed a representative for conducting the case residing in the Republic of Poland and are not acting through a consul of the Republic of Poland, is obliged to indicate a representative for deliveries in the Republic of Poland."

• Insurance: All foreign students must have valid insurance for at least the first year of study in Poland, covering medical expenses up to EUR 30,000. The insurance policy, agreement, or certificate from the National Health Fund or European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) serves as proof of insurance.

Attention!!!

After successful registration for studies, foreign candidates should upload the completed and signed documents via the IRK system using the "Additional Information" form:

• Personal questionnaire form
• Power of attorney for deliveries

 Documents to download under Recruitment applications - ‘Documents and next steps’.

Important information for candidates

Document translations:

All documents prepared in a language other than Polish should be translated into Polish by

• A sworn translator of Polish (the list of sworn translators from the Polish Ministry of Justice is available at LINK);
  
• A sworn translator from the EU (if there is an institution of sworn translators in the respective country);
• An RP consul competent for the country where the document was issued, or within whose legal system it operates;
• An accredited diplomatic representation or consular office of the country where the document was issued.

The translation can be done by a translation agency, but it must be certified by a Polish diplomatic mission or a sworn translator. Translations certified by a notary are not accepted.

Tuition fees

According to the Rector's Order, the tuition fee for foreigners studying in full-time programs in the English language is PLN 6600 per academic year, payable in two instalments.

Accommodation

Foreign students who submit an application can be provided with accommodation in the "SKRZAT" Student House - www.skrzat.ujd.edu.pl. The monthly fee is PLN 490 per person for a double room, as specified in the Rector's Order at Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa.