As a student in our programme option, you can choose to specialize in a wide variety of subjects.
In elementary particle physics we research the smallest building blocks of the universe to understand unanswered questions about dark matter, antimatter and the origin and evolution of the universe. Within astro particle physics there is the study of elementary particles in the universe by use of telescopes, to understand and explain unsolved phenomena. In high energy nuclear physics we research the behaviour of nuclei under extreme conditions, especially the quark-gluon plasma that existed for about one microsecond after the Big Bang.
In low energy nuclear physics we research the forces binding nuclei together, and nuclear structures and dynamics, as well as nuclear reactions and their probabilities. Nuclear astrophysics research nuclear reactions in astrophysical environments, such as stars, supernovae and neutron star collisions in order to better understand the creation of the elements. Within nuclear technology we study how to apply nuclear physics and methods from the field in research, energy and medicine.
In instrumentation we develop new sensors, detectors and larger complex instruments for fundamental research, not only in physics but also for the fields of medicine and space technology. Within accelerator physics we work with research and development of next generation particle accelerators for use in fundamental research and in medicine and the industry.