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The University Of Georgia
Program name: Experimental Physics of Particles
Study Level: Graduate
Program leader: Mirian Tabidze
Study language: Georgian
Qualification: Part I - Master of Physics; Part II - Master of Research in Physics
Program capacity - I ნაწილი: 60
პროგრამის მოცულობა II ნაწილი: 60
Program permission: Part I Admission to the second cycle of higher academic education (master's degree programs) is based on the results of the Unified Master's Examination or in accordance with Order No. 224/N of the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia (December 29, 2011), subject to successful completion of the B2-level English language examination (written) or possession of an internationally recognized certificate confirming English language proficiency at a minimum of B2 (Upper Intermediate) level, successful completion of the specialty examination (oral), administrative registration, and an order issued by the Rector of the University. The program admits applicants holding a bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Physics, Physical Sciences, Engineering Physics, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Part II Students who have successfully completed the first 60-credit part of a master's degree program comprising at least 120 ECTS credits are eligible to continue their studies in the second part of the program. Students are entitled to continue their studies in the second 60-credit part of the program at the same higher education institution without retaking the Unified Master's Examination, provided that no more than five years have elapsed since their enrollment in the first part of the program. If the five-year period has expired or a student wishes to continue their studies at another higher education institution, admission to the second part of the program is subject to the following cumulative prerequisites: Admission to the second cycle of higher academic education (master's degree programs) is based on the results of the Unified Master's Examination or in accordance with Order No. 224/N of the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia (December 29, 2011), subject to successful completion of the B2-level English language examination (written) or possession of an internationally recognized certificate confirming English language proficiency at a minimum of B2 (Upper Intermediate) level, successful completion of the specialty examination (oral), administrative registration, and an order issued by the President of the University. The program admits applicants holding a bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Physics, Physical Sciences, Engineering Physics, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Program goals:

Part I
The aim of Part I of the program is to provide students with in-depth and systematic knowledge in the field of particle physics, reinforced by practical and laboratory components. The competencies acquired at this stage are fully aligned with international standards, facilitating the effective integration of young researchers into ongoing high-energy physics research projects at leading international scientific centers (CERN, FZJ, GSI). Furthermore, the program provides graduates with a solid foundation for pursuing further studies in education and successfully engaging in professional activities at educational institutions specializing in the field.
Part II
Part II of the program aims to develop students' specialized research skills alongside their acquired knowledge, enabling them to fully realize their professional potential. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to pursue further studies at the next level of higher education, engage in educational activities relevant to their field, and/or pursue employment opportunities at local and international research centers and laboratories.

Methods for Attaining Learning Outcomes:
  • Interactive Lectures;
  • Lectures and Seminars;
  • Explanatory Method;
  • Demonstration Method;
  • Problem-Based Learning;
  • Action-Oriented Learning;
  • Textbook-Based Learning Method;
  • Review and Analysis of Recent Developments;
  • Induction, Deduction, Analysis, and Synthesis;
  • Laboratory Sessions;
  • Verbal (Oral) Method;
  • Discussions;
  • Literature Review;
  • Written Work Method;
  • Presentations;
  • Debates;
  • Teamwork;
  • Practical Work;
  • Case Studies and Analysis;
  • Searching for Relevant Materials Electronically or in the Library
Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding
  • Part I
    Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

    • List and characterize the fundamental properties of elementary particles.
    • Describe the historical evolution of fundamental concepts in particle physics and review the current state of the field.
    • Review methodological aspects of particle detection.
    • Differentiate between technologies used in the development of existing particle detectors.
    • Present well-reasoned arguments regarding modern experimental facilities and technologies.
    • Identify and evaluate the fundamental elements of statistics and basic aspects of data processing.
    • List and characterize the principal methods of hypothesis testing, parameter estimation, and other fundamental statistical techniques.

    Part II
    Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

    • Describe specific mathematical methods applied in both the Standard Model and other non-Abelian gauge theories.
    • Identify and describe the symmetries of the Standard Model Lagrangian, the parameters of models beyond the Standard Model, and methods for estimating their uncertainties.
    • Review key aspects of neutrino physics and baryogenesis and interpret the concept of extra dimensions.
    • Review the design and operating principles of experimental facilities used in high-energy physics.
    • Identify multivariate analysis methods based on machine learning and describe their application in data analysis.
    • List and characterize the main software packages used for modeling and analyzing physical processes.
    • Critically evaluate contemporary problems in physics and methodological approaches to addressing them, drawing on general research methods.
    • Review and analyze scientific literature.

  • Skills
  • Part I
    Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

    • Establish connections between fundamental interactions and the properties of elementary particles.
    • Demonstrate and evaluate the close relationship between theoretical and experimental achievements in particle physics.
    • Demonstrate the capabilities of theory and experiment and critically assess their limitations.
    • Evaluate various theoretical models using experimental data and select the optimal model.
    • Apply existing detectors in practice and develop new types of detectors.
    • Analyze specific situations and determine which new detector development projects they can contribute to.
    • Participate effectively in the activities of research teams working with experimental facilities at particle accelerators.
    • Effectively utilize accelerator parameters during experimental operations and critically assess opportunities for participating in the preparation of new experiments.
    • Analyze data, formulate research problems, select appropriate methods for solving them, and apply these methods in practice.

    Part II
    Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

    • Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the Standard Model, estimate the parameters and uncertainties of alternative models, and construct new theoretical models.
    • Apply Noether's theorem in practice.
    • Establish relationships between gauge symmetry groups and the properties of fundamental particle interactions.
    • Apply software packages required for statistical analysis in practice.
    • Draw valid conclusions using statistical hypothesis testing criteria.
    • Independently conduct innovative research in particle physics.
  • Date of approval: 12-21-2022
    Approval protocol number: 22/22
    Date of program update:
    Update protocol number: 08/26
    Program details:

    The combination of core and elective courses within the Master's Degree Program in Particle Physics enables students to specialize in a specific field, equipping graduates with qualification-appropriate, labor market-oriented, and competitive competencies.

    Teaching Process Characteristics:

    The program comprises 120 ECTS credits and is structured into two parts:

    Part I – 60 ECTS credits: Core Courses – 36 ECTS credits; Elective Courses – 24 ECTS credits.
    Part II – 60 ECTS credits: Core Courses – 48 ECTS credits, including the Master's Thesis (30 ECTS credits); Elective Courses – 12 ECTS credits.

    Patt I - Program Core

    CodeSubjectECTSSemester
    PHYZ52201Elementary Particle Accelerators61
    PHYZ52202Elementary Particle Detectors I61
    PHYZ52213Relativistic Kinematics61
    PHYZ52222Elementary Particle Detectors II62
    PHYZ52205Methods for data analysis in particle physics62
    PHYZ52206Particle Physics62

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    36

    Patt I - Program Elective

    CodeSubjectECTSSemester
    PHYZ52203Applied Electronics I6
    PHYZ52204Applied Electronics II6
    PHYZ52207C++ Programing I6
    PHYZ52208C++ programing II6
    PHYZ52212Group Theory and Symmetry in Particle Physics6
    PHYZ52218Management of Research Project6

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    36

    Part II - Program Core

    CodeSubjectECTSSemester
    PHYZ52217Modern data analysis63
    PHYZ2216Research seminar63
    PHYZ52209Standard Model and Beyond63
    PHYZ52219Master Thesis in Experimental Particle Physics304

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    48

    Part II - Program Elective

    CodeSubjectECTSSemester
    PHYZ4444Electronics in particle physics experiments6
    ENGP5212English for Specific Purposes (Physics)6
    PHYZ52211Gauge Field Theories and Standard Model6

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    18









    Matrix Of Privequisites


    Point GPA The university assessment   The general assessment in Georgia
    97-100 4,00 A+ A Excellent
    94-96 3,75 A
    91-93 3,50 A-
    87-90 3,25 B+   Very good
    84-86 3,00 B B
    81-83 2,75 B-  
    77-80 2,50 C+   C good
    74-76 2,25 C
    71-73 2,00 C-
    67-70 1,75 D+   D Satisfactory
    64-66 1,50 D
    61-63 1,25 D-
    51-60 1,00 E E Sufficient
    Not passed
    41-50   FX FX Insufficient
    ≤40   F F Failed



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