About the programme
The European Master in Radiation and its effects on MicroElectronics and Photonics Technologies (RADMEP) provides a multidisciplinary and innovative programme covering the interactions between Radiation and MicroElectronics and Photonics, two Key Enabling Technologies for the future of Europe. RADMEP's objective is to educate students in those advanced technologies, providing methodologies and introducing practical applications for their implementation in a variety of natural or man-made radiation-rich environments. RADMEP has two goals: first to improve the career prospects of its students and second to respond to the needs of the industry, agencies and society. Thanks to this Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, students will develop useful professional and soft skills in the rich European cultural context.
All RADMEP students will start their studies in semester 1 at the University of Jyväskylä (Finland), before moving to KU Leuven Geel Campus (Belgium) in semester 2. They will obtain fundamental knowledge and experience in MicroElectronics and Photonics and their behavior under irradiation.
In the third semester, RADMEP students will have to make a choice between two different specialisations: Radiation Effects on Photonics Technologies at Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne (France), or Radiation Effects on MicroElectronics at Université de Montpellier (France). Finally, in the last semester, students will undertake a 6-month master's thesis in a research centre or in the industry (for example from the large RADMEP network of more than 35 associate partners).
Programme European Master of Science in RADMEP
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Unique European programme
The European Master in Radiation and its effects on MicroElectronics and Photonics Technologies (RADMEP) is a prestigious, integrated, international study programme, jointly delivered by an international consortium of four higher education institutions: University of Jyväskylä, (Finland), KU Leuven (Belgium), Université Saint-Etienne (France) and Université de Montpellier (France).
KU Leuven (Belgium)
KU Leuven is Belgium’s leading university in both size and international rankings. This programme is is organised by the Faculty of Engineering Technology, located at our green campus in the city of Geel.
Admission requirements
All students who did not obtain their previous degree at an institution of the Flemish Community, must submit an application via the Admissions office. Be sure to check out the specific admission requirements (diploma requirements, language requirements and possible additional requirements). The only way to know whether you can be admitted to any of our programmes is by applying and completing the application process.
Official and current admission requirements
Student profile
- Are you interested in Radiation, Photonics, MicroElectronics and Chip Design?
- Do you have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in the fields of Physics, Photonics or MicroElectronics?
- Are you ready to study in a real international environment and to get to know the European cultural contexts?
If so, this master’s programme is right for you.
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Application procedure
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Tuition fees
It is worth noting that our tuition fees are more affordable than many other leading universities thanks to generous government financing of higher education in Belgium. The fees for any individual student are contingent upon their academic programme and the nationality of the student.
For the most recent – and only official information – on the tuition fees, check the tuition fee calculator.
Scholarships
KU Leuven offers a variety of scholarships for qualifying students. Just as with our tuition fees, these scholarships may be contingent on a student’s academic programme or nationality, so be sure to thoroughly check eligibility requirements before applying.
Career perspectives
European Master of Science in Radiation and its Effects on Microelectronics and Photonics Technologies graduates will find broad employment opportunities in various sectors including radiation, photonics and microelectronics.
Graduates will meet the growing demands of the industry, agencies and society across the globe. They will develop useful professional and soft skills in the rich European cultural context and have improved career prospects.
KU Leuven is one of Europe’s highest-ranked and most renowned universities. It boasts a long tradition of pioneering research and high-quality education. But KU Leuven has quite a few other strengths as well.
Our campus in Geel
This programme is organised at our green campus in the city of Geel.
Faculty of Engineering Technology
This programme is organised by the Faculty of Engineering Technology, that offers full English-language programmes at 6 locations in Flanders.
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