Physics (5-Year Integrated) Amrita University

Overview

The Department of Physics at Amritapuri Campus has developed a strong curriculum for undergraduate and graduate education in physics, developing skills on theoretical foundations of physics, mathematics, electronics, scientific computing, research methods, and scientific communication. 

Coupled with training in value-added education, life skills, and rich cultural and other extracurricular activities, the Physics (5-Year Integrated) degree at Amrita University will help build the needed foundation for aspiring physicists and prepare students for a career in related applied sciences.

Key Features

• Meritorious students have the option to exit after 4 years to receive BSc Honors with a minor in Scientific Computing/Data Science.

• The students get the opportunity to pursue internships at premier national laboratories and institutions, providing them exposure to cutting-edge technologies.

• Students get the required training and get a chance to appear for placement in the industry through the Corporate and Industrial Relations (CIR) at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.

• The department, in collaboration with Amrita Center for International Programs facilitates opportunities for international exchange programs as well as options for higher studies.

• They have alumni spread across the world, many of them pursuing either PhD or post-doctoral research opportunities in India and abroad.

Higher Studies and Career Options

• PhD in any area of Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, many areas of Applied Physics, including Materials Physics, Atmospheric Studies, Nuclear Engineering, Aerospace, Biophysics, and Medical physics

• PhD in premiere institutions including IISc, TIFR, IITs, IISERs, NITs, and other prestigious institutions/universities in India and abroad, and all national labs, and organizations

• Teaching/Academic careers in Schools, Colleges, Universities, and research institutes and organizations

• MTech & PhD in Applied Physics, including optoelectronic and semiconductor devices and related industrial careers

• Nuclear Scientist (BARC, IGCAR and other DAE centres)

• Space Scientist (ISRO)

• Scientist in National Labs like NCRA, PRL, NPL, NARL, IITM

• Defence Research Scientist (in DRDO)

• Radiation Oncologist in Hospitals (after further training)

• Industrial Careers in Scientific Computing, Data Analytics, including Banking Services

• Forensic Scientist for Intelligence Operations

• Communicator of Science and Technical Journalism

• Administrative Services of the Government