School of Physics - Universiti Sains Malaysia

International Dual Degree Programme

International Dual Degree Programme [(Master of Engineering in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering) and (Master of Science in Solid State Physics)]

Our new Master degree programme places a strong focus on electronics and semiconductor technology. It provides a solid theoretical background as well as a minimum of 6 months internship in one of our international partner companies (e.g. Osram, Infineon Technologies, Continental Automotive Corporation) in Malaysia or Germany. Besides the classic master programme there is the possibility of a dual degree. This dual degree programme offers you the opportunity to obtain a Master degree from Malaysia (USM Penang) in combination with an accredited European Master degree (M. Eng in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering) from OTH Regensburg (Germany) simultaneously. The course is constructed to enable students to work independently, efficiently and responsibly using scientific methods and problem-solving techniques. Aside from conveying technical expertise, the course is designed to build personalities and leadership knowledge and skills. Graduates will be equally proficient in performing technical tasks and leadership roles.

Lectures in Malaysia or Germany:
Min. 24 months (min. of 12 months in Germany) / Max 8 semesters

Master thesis in Malaysia or Germany (usually in a company):
Min. 6 months

Objektif Pendidikan Program (Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs))

  1. PEO1: Mahir dalam mengintegrasi pengetahuan dalam menganalisis dan menyelesaikan masalah berkaitan bidang fizik keadaan pepejal.

  2. PEO2: Kompeten dalam aspek kemahiran teknikal, praktikal dan penyelidikan berkaitan bidang fizik keadaan pepejal serta berupaya mempamerkan kemahiran digital dan numerasi dalam pengurusan maklumat.

  3. PEO3: Mempamerkan kemahiran interpersonal dengan pelbagai pihak berkepentingan dan kemahiran komunikasi mengenai isu-isu dan permasalahan berkaitan fizik keadaan pepejal menggunakan pelbagai platform.

  4. PEO4: Mempamerkan kemahiran personal dan kemahiran keusahawanan dalam pembangunan kendiri dan kerjaya dalam profesion yang diceburi.

  5. PEO5: Mempamerkan kemahiran kepimpinan, beretika dan profesionalisma semasa menjalankan penyelidikan saintifik dan menyumbang ilmu dan kepakaran dalam bidang fizik keadaan pepejal.

Programme Learning Outcome (PLOs)

Upon completion of this programme, the students will be able to:

  1. PLO1: Demonstrate mastery of fundamental and advanced knowledge involving concepts, theories, principles, methods, and practice in the field of solid-state physics.

  2. PLO2: Conduct experiments, analyze and construe data in the field of solid-state physics using the appropriate skills, tools and techniques.

  3. PLO3: Apply knowledge integratively to manage and resolve complex problems and issues in the field of solid-state physics using logical reasoning and critical thinking.

  4. PLO4: Communicate clearly and professionally the knowledge, skills, and ideas related to the field of solid-state physics using appropriate methods to different audiences in at least one international language.

  5. PLO5: Work collaboratively with others in learning and working communities and other groups and networks, ethically and professionally.

  6. PLO6: Demonstrate adherence to ethical and professional code of practices in learning and practice in solid-state physics.

  7. PLO7: Exemplify self-advancement through continuous academic and professional development.

  8. PLO8: Demonstrate entrepreneurial and management skills in the field of solid-state physics.

  9. PLO9: Demonstrate autonomy, independence, and leadership skills for learning and professional development.

  10. PLO10: Competently use a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software to enhance study, research, and practice in solving physics problems.

  11. PLO11: Apply mathematical and other quantitative and qualitative tools to analyse and evaluate numerical and graphical data in solving physics problems.

Application Process

 dual degree

 

Degree Programme

USM and OTH (for USM Students) 
Master of Science
(Solid State Physics)
Master of Engineering
(Electrical and Microsystems Engineering)

 

WS* USM Sep-Jan USM OTH
Solid State Physics Theory (ZCC 541/4) core (4CH)
Physics of Complimentary Materials (ZCC 542/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
Semiconductor Physics (ZSC 543/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
X-ray Structure (ZSC 584/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
Measurement & Experimental Techniques I (ZCC 591/4) core (4CH) core int. (5CP)
Total (CH/CPP) 20 CH 20 CP 

 

SS* OTH Mar-Aug USM OTH
Mathematics for Master               core (8CP)
Technical Optics - Micro-optics (TOM)                                                 core (5CP)
Elective Subject** Elective** (5CP)
Project Thesis 6CP
Total (CH/CPP) 24 CP 

 

WS* OTH Oct-Feb                                                   USM    OTH
Optoelectronics core (8CP) 
Laser Technology and Photonics core (5CP)
Elective Subject** Elective**
German Language core int. (7CP)
Total (CH/CPP) 20 CP 

 

MT MAL or GER Mar-Aug (6m)                                                   USM OTH
Master Thesis dissertation (20CH) thesis (26CP) 
Total (CH/CPP) 20 CH 26 CP 

 

USM and OTH (for OTH Students) 
Master of Science
(Solid State Physics)
Master of Engineering
(Electrical and Microsystems Engineering)

 

SS* OTH Mar-Aug USM OTH
Mathematics for Master               core (8CP)
Technical Optics - Micro-optics (TOM)                                             core (5CP)
Elective Subject** Elective** (5CP)
Project Thesis 6CP
English Language   core int. (7CP)
Total (CH/CPP) 24 CP 

 

WS* USM Sep-Jan USM OTH
Solid State Physics Theory (ZCC 541/4) core (4CH)
Physics of Complimentary Materials (ZCC 542/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
Semiconductor Physics (ZSC 543/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
X-ray Structure (ZSC 584/4) core (4CH) Elective (5CP)
Measurement & Experimental Techniques I (ZCC 591/4) core (4CH) core int. (5CP)
Total (CH/CPP) 20 CH 20 CP 

 

SS* USM Feb-Jun USM OTH
Physics of Optic Communication (ZSC 549/4) Elective (4CH) core (4CP)
Semiconductor Devices (ZSC 546/4)         Elective (4CH) core (4CP)
Measurement & Experimental Techniques II (ZCC 592/4)  core (4CH) core (5CP)
Malay Language core (4CH) 
Total (CH/CPP) 14 CH  13 CP 

 

MT MAL or GER Jul-Dec (6m)                                                   USM OTH
Master Thesis dissertation (20CH) thesis (26CP) 
Total (CH/CPP) 20 CH 26 CP 

*WS - Winter Semester
*SS - Summer Semester

**Chose one Elective Subject (in WS or SS)
SS: Electronic Product Engineering or Master Optoelectronic Projects in Labview
WS: Laser Materials Processing or Cybernetics

 

Programme Briefing Video

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