A great number of 2nd cycle graduates in Physics continue theri studies with a PhD in Physics or related areas, in Italy and abroad.
They may find professional opportunities in:
- High level scientific research, also with leading roles, in universities and public and private research institutions;
- Promotion and development of scientific and technological innovation, as well as the design and management of technologies in areas related with physics in the industrial sectors (namely microelectronics, optoelectronics, telecommunications, computer science, electronics, space industry, biomedical industry, optics), the environment, healthcare, cultural heritage and public administration.
- Knowledge and technological know-how transfer in basic research for the economic and productive system;
- Creation and use of models of complex realities also in non-scientific areas (banks, financial companies, consulting companies);
- Teaching and high level dissemination of scientific culture with respect, in particular to the various theoretical, experimental and applicative aspects of classic and modern physics.