The discussion centers around whether a posted program from the University of Leipzig qualifies as a "Physics of Material Science" program. Participants explore the nature of the degrees offered and their relevance to specializations in material science and semiconductor physics.
Participants do not reach a consensus on whether the programs qualify as "Physics of Materials Science." Multiple viewpoints exist regarding the relevance of the program titles to career paths and specializations.
Participants express uncertainty about the implications of degree titles on career opportunities, particularly in different geographical contexts. There is also a lack of clarity regarding the specific requirements for jobs in the field of materials science and semiconductor physics.
The degrees are specifically listed as physics degrees, and the course options available to you are listed. The question then is why are you concerned whether they are "Physics of Materials Science" programs? Are you considering career opportunities that specifically require completion of programs formally designated as "Physics of Materials Science"?MOKHTAR said:Is the posted program a program of Physics of Material Science ? Can anyone help>> https://www.uni-leipzig.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Physics_IPSP_BSc_27.04.17.pdf
> https://www.uni-leipzig.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Physics_IPSP_MSc_28.04.17.pdf
Word of caution: If jobs you are considering require specific credentials, then the requirements will vary at least with the country of the employer (and perhaps with locality within a country). I'm familiar only with US programs. I've never heard of a "Physics of Materials Science" program per se (don't know whether there's a language issue here). The American Physical Society (APS) does recognize "materials physics" as a subfield of physics (https://www.aps.org/units/dmp/index.cfm). In the US, some schools do offer programs in "materials science" or "materials engineering"; but more common is a combined program in "materials science and engineering".MOKHTAR said:Yes. Semiconductors
(1) So what is your primary interest? You led off with materials, but have now shifted to semiconductors. "Materials physics" encompasses materials other than semiconductor materials; and "semiconductor physics" encompasses topics other than semiconductor materials. Is your main interest in the fabrication of semiconductor devices, the application of semiconductor devices in a system, or something else?MOKHTAR said:I apologize. This is what I meant "Materials Physics".
I would like to apply for this program and specialize in "Semiconductor Physics".