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Photonics & Quantum Materials
Master's Program in Applied Mathematics and Physics
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Apply until March 16
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2 years (full time)
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The language of instruction is English
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Monthly scholarship up to 55,000 rub/month (≈$680) for highest-scoring applicants
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For Russian citizens, tuition is fully covered by Skoltech; for international students, it is 875,000 RUB per year (≈$11,000), with tuition waivers
about the program

The master’s program Photonics and Quantum Materials aims to train young professionals capable to face the challenges of modern science and technology. The educational program is designed to guide the student from the foundations of photonics and quantum physics to cutting edge scientific concepts that will form the basis of tomorrow's technologies. All the courses are taught by recognized scientists and cover a broad range of topics at the intersection of photonics, solid state physics and modern technologies.

Students perform research in modern world-class laboratories. Skoltech provides opportunities for students to collaborate on real-world problems with industrial partners and offers support for the creation of technological startups. The graduates can choose an academic career or become a part of technological community that advances a rapidly growing photonic industry.

Center for Photonic Science and Engineering
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the key features of the program
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broad education program in contemporary photonics and condensed matter physics
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access to state-of-the art research laboratories
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'project-driven education', with students expected to carry out innovative research and to publish in renowned journals
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innovation-driven program, with strong support for student-led startups
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international and Russian faculty with strong international ties, offering opportunities
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optional industrial track providing training in applied optical engineering for a more industry-oriented career

create a personalized educational trajectory based on your scientific interests

30+ courses in the field
More than 30 courses take you from core concepts to specialized knowledge in fields such as modern fabrication technologies, sensorics, optoelectronic devices, and nano- and superconducting technologies.
High-tech laboratories
Put theory into practice with hands-on experimental courses in optics, laser physics, nanomaterials, and biophotonics — where you'll work with advanced equipment in cutting-edge laboratory facilities.
Interdisciplinary learning opportunities
Students have access to a wide range of courses from other educational programs, including materials science, modern computational methods, and data science.

future career

our graduates shape their own futures by choosing from a variety of career opportunities in industry, science and business
industry
successful carreer in R&D intensive companies within Russia and abroad, for instance in Tinkoff, Megafon, IPG Photonics, A* Singapore
science
PhD, either within Skoltech or in other leading academic institutions
startup
launching a startup based on their own research or individual ideas, or to join the team of a young startup, such as Skolkovo residents PICTechs, NovaPrint 3D and TetraQuant

about Skoltech

Skoltech is an international graduate research-focused university that was founded by the group of world-renowned scientists in 2011. Skoltech's curriculum focuses on technology and innovation, offering Master's programs in 12 technological disciplines. Students receive rigorous theoretical and practical training, design their own research projects, participate in internships and gain entrepreneurial skills in English. The faculty is comprised of current researchers with international accreditation and achievements.
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Do world-class science and applied research

start-up as thesis

Transform your idea into a start-up

2+3 PhD

Transition seamlessly into a PhD program

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partners

Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
ISP RAS
ITMO University
Novosibirsk State University
Institute fot Internet Development
Moscow State University
MEPHI
FIAN
Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics
The Ioffe Institute
Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics
Harbin Institute of Technology
Prokhorov General Physics Institute
Institute of Spectroscopy of the Russian Academy of Sciences
LMU
Nanjing University
TU Darmstadt
Donghua University
Jiangsu University
Xi'an University of Technology
Capital Normal University
application
The application period for Skoltech master's programs is now open. The first wave deadline is March 16. Application fee is 1,000 RUB — if paying with a card issued by a bank in Russia or 50 USD — if paying with a card issued by a bank outside Russia (the final amount may vary due to your bank’s specific charges).
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Russia, Moscow, 121205, Bolshoy Boulevard, 30, bld.1

Room R3-2026


We are more than happy to meet visitors Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00. Please arrange a visit 48 hours in advance by contacting admissions@skoltech.ru.

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