Department of Physics
The Department of Physics is known as an inspiring and welcoming place to study and work. Our graduates – physicists, researchers and teachers – find careers in various teaching, research and product development positions.
The department is the most important research unit in Finland in the fields of particle and nuclear physics, and our Accelerator Laboratory is the largest set of research infrastructure in Finland. Our aim is to understand the origin of elements, shapes and structure of atomic nuclei, the growth of thin films and more. Our research utilizes the four particle accelerators in the Accelerator Laboratory. The Department of Physics is also specialized in studying materials at the nanoscale. Research in this area is carried out at the Nanoscience Center, which is equipped with the latest technology in the field. The department is very international. We collaborate daily with numerous universities and research institutes abroad, such as CERN. The department also hosts the Centre of Excellence on Quark Matter and many activities of the Finnish Quantum Flagship, both funded by the Research Council of Finland.
Where there is an innovation, there are physicists. Who else should we thank for computers, smartphones, electronic motors, lasers and those quantum computers that wait just around the corner?
At our department, you are able to strengthen your logical thinking and problem-solving skills through arithmetic studies, experiments and simulations. During your studies, you will obtain a strong theoretical understanding of natural phenomena. Based on your interests, you will learn to apply your knowledge and skills in research, product development and teaching.
Researchers at the Department of Physics conduct experimental and theoretical basic research as well as applied research, which draws on basic research to produce new technology. Research is divided into material, nuclear and particle physics. In addition, the department has a group for research in teaching.
Our research is at a leading international level in several fields. The department’s experimental research activities feature extensive expertise in the development and building of research devices. Research cooperation takes place locally, nationally and internationally with both research units and businesses. Moreover, cross-disciplinary collaboration takes place in the department and between the research groups of the faculty.
