Overview

The Theoretical and Mathematical Physics study at Comenius University Bratislava enables the graduate to gain a detailed overview of a wide range of theoretical and mathematical methods in theoretical physics - the graduate has the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge of theoretical physics focused on high-energy physics (formerly particle physics), geophysics, gravity and cosmology, non-relativistic quantum many-particle systems and mathematical physics, as well as related disciplines.

Career opportunities

Graduates have found employment

in the academic sphere and basic research - FMFI UK in Bratislava, Earth Science Institute SAS (formerly Geophysical Institute SAS), Institute of Physics SAS, Institute of Experimental Physics SAS, abroad in CERN laboratory in Switzerland, at Charles University (Mathematical-Physical Faculty) in Prague,

in the Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute,

in the ISC (International Seismological Center),

in the CTBTO (Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Organization),

in the development departments of private financial and banking institutions,

in private companies focused on hazard and risk analysis (including geohazard and geo-risk),

in private software companies,

in other institutions (e.g. SvF STU, ÚSMH AV ČR) and companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Relativistic Quantum Field Theory

Theory of Gravitation and Cosmology

Quantum Theory of Gravity

Theory of Condensed Matter

Efficient Numerical Methods for Simulation of Seismic Motion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bratislava, Slovakia

Disciplines

Physics Mathematics View 4 other PhDs in Mathematics in Slovakia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Copy of bachelor’s degree diploma (in English)

Certified copy of master´s degree diploma (in English) – a student who has not yet completed his/her master’s degree study shall submit Official Confirmation of Study Towards University Degree (in English)

Official transcript of completed courses during the master’s study

Internationally recognized English language certificate (copy); when applying for the English program

Structured CV in English, signed, with higlighted achievements the applicant wishes to receive points for; as listed in the List of points awarded to applicants based on their previous achievements

Copy of passport

Two academic reference letters in English

Motivation letter in English

Application fee payment confirmation

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1000 EUR / year

≈ 1000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1000 EUR / year

≈ 1000 EUR / year

Living costs

Bratislava

Slovakia

600 - 980 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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