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National Institute For Optics and Lasers(NIOL)

The MSc. in Laser Technology at MMU trains professionals and researchers in the generation, manipulation, and application of laser systems across diverse sectors. Laser technologies now drive transformative advances in manufacturing, communication, medicine, metrology, energy, and national security.

This programme blends theoretical understanding with intensive lab work in spectroscopy, laser-material interactions, nonlinear optics, and laser system design. Graduates are equipped to develop, apply, and innovate with laser technologies in both industrial and research settings.

  • Laser Dynamics & Technology
  • Physics of Semiconductors
  • Fiber Amplifiers and Fiber Lasers
  • Laser Systems & Applications
  • Laser Safety and Maintenance
  • Optics & Electromagnetism
  • Research Methods
  • Laser Remote Sensing
  • Laser Microscopy and Techniques
  • MSc Research Thesis

(i) Bachelor’s degree in Applied Optics and Lasers, Applied Physics and Computer Science, Instrumentation and Control with at least Second Class Honors, Upper Division or Cumulative Grade Point (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or its equivalent from any institution recognized by University Senate.

(ii) Bachelor’s degree in Applied Optics and Lasers, Applied Physics and Computer Science, Instrumentation and Control with Second Class Honors, Lower Division or Cumulative Grade Point (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or its equivalent from any institution recognized by University Senate with at least two (2) years of working experience in the field, or evidence of research capability either through research, paper presentation or per reviewed publications.

(iii) A relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least an Upper Second Class Honors from MMU or any other institution recognized by University Senate.

Duration

  1. The Master of Science in Laser Technology shall extend over a period of four (4) semesters (each of 16 weeks)
  2. No candidate for Master of Science in Laser Technology shall be registered as a full time student for more than ten (10) semesters.
  • The Master of Science in Laser Technology shall be conducted through coursework, examinations and research project.

Structure

  1. In the first semester of first year of study, each student will be required to take five (5) units.
  2. In the second semester of first year of study, each student will be required to choose from the two (2) options, with each option having five (5) units.

In the second year of study, each student will be required to write a research proposal which will be defended orally in a seminar organized by the institute. The student will embark on research, which will culminate in a thesis.

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  • Specialized training in high-power laser systems
  • Access to NIOL’s laser laboratories and outreach activities
  • Opportunities to engage in funded research (e.g. through Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light, KEBS, AIST, or international partnerships)
  • Internship and collaboration opportunities with industry (optical fabrication, laser processing)
  • Exposure to industrial applications in cutting, welding, diagnostics, and more
  • Laser Applications Engineer
  • Industrial R&D Technologist
  • Medical Laser Systems Specialist
  • Spectroscopy Analyst
  • Research Scientist (Materials, Quantum Systems, Energy)
  • Academic or Technical Instructor

Graduates can pursue PhDs in:

  • Optics and Photonics (MMU-NIOL)
  • Laser-Matter Physics
  • Ultrafast Photonics
  • Applied Laser Engineering
  • Biomedical Laser Technology