BACHELOR'S — 100% ONLINE

Physics

The bachelor's program provides unique knowledge of general physics, building on the foundational works of great scientists. It includes specially designed virtual laboratory work, offering full-scale simulation and remote control of real laboratory equipment.

Language of instruction and examinations English
Duration 4 years (8 semesters)
Credit points 240 ECTS
Degree awarded Bachelor of Science
PHYSICS DASHBOARD Research dashboard
Program outline
Theory A+
Practice A
Computing A+
Analysis B+
Knowledge areas
Mechanics Quantum Physics Optics Thermodynamics Data
About the program

Program goals

Fundamental knowledge

Fundamental knowledge of physics

Give students deep knowledge across several key disciplines, building a solid base before entering master's or doctoral studies.

Hands-on experience

Work in real laboratories

Introduce students to real laboratory conditions, both small- and large-scale. Develop skills for individual and team research.

Modeling

Computer Modeling

Provide a confident understanding of the computing platforms and tools needed for modern numerical modeling in physics research and industry.

Communication

Communication and presentation skills

Develop strong skills in scientific communication and data visualization. Prepare students for competitive admission to graduate schools at leading universities.

A career in tech

A career in the technology sector

Equip students with the technical competencies and experience to take entry-level positions in the fast-growing global technology market.

Study plan

Curriculum

Foundations of mathematics and physics
SEMESTER 130 ECTS

Mathematical foundations and mechanics

  • Calculus I6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Analytic Geometry3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Linear Algebra I3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • History of Physics3 ECTS · final oral
  • Classical Mechanics I6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Academic Research I4 ECTS · homework
  • Computer Science I3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Sports and Physical Education I / edX blockedX2 ECTS · Project Management Basics; Project Risk Management; Product Management Fundamentals (UMD)
Mechanics and quantum physics
SEMESTER 230 ECTS

Analysis, philosophy and quantum physics

  • Calculus II6 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Linear Algebra II3 ECTS · homework / final oral
  • Philosophy I3 ECTS · homework / final oral
  • Classical Mechanics II6 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Academic Research II4 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Quantum Mechanics I3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Computer Science II3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Sports and Physical Education I / edX blockedX2 ECTS · Product Design and Testing; Data Science and Agile Systems; Product Leadership (UMD)
Mathematical physics and electromagnetism
SEMESTER 330 ECTS

Mathematical physics and electromagnetism

  • Mathematical Physics I6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Probability Theory and Statistics3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Electromagnetism I3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Philosophy II3 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Quantum Mechanics II6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Academic Research III4 ECTS · homework
  • Computer Science III3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Sports and Physical Education I / edX blockedX2 ECTS · Business Communication; Teamwork & Collaboration; Effective Communication (RIT/UMD)
Thermodynamics and computing
SEMESTER 430 ECTS

Thermodynamics and computational methods

  • Mathematical Physics II6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics I6 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Electromagnetism II3 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Academic Research IV3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Quantum Mechanics III6 ECTS · homework
  • Computational Methods in Physics I3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • Ethics I / edX blockedX3 ECTS · Persuasion and Presence for Managers; Managing Conflicts on Projects (UMD)
Electrodynamics and nuclear physics
SEMESTER 530 ECTS

Electrodynamics, nuclear physics and optics

  • Electrodynamics I6 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics II3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Atomic and Nuclear Physics I3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Optics and Laser Physics I3 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Special Relativity I3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Academic Research IV (continued)6 ECTS · homework
  • Computational Methods in Physics II3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • GRE Preparation I / edX blockedX3 ECTS · Storytelling; Public Speaking; Customer-Centric Marketing
Special relativity
SEMESTER 630 ECTS

Special relativity and research

  • Electrodynamics II6 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Atomic and Nuclear Physics II3 ECTS · homework / midterm oral / final written
  • Optics and Laser Physics II3 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Special Relativity II6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Thesis Research I6 ECTS · homework
  • Computational Methods in Physics III3 ECTS · homework / final written
  • GRE Preparation II / edX blockedX3 ECTS · Financial Accounting Without Fear; The Entrepreneurial Mindset; Financial Analysis (Babson)
General relativity
SEMESTER 730 ECTS

General relativity and accelerators

  • General Relativity I6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Optics and Laser Physics III3 ECTS · midterm written / final oral
  • Theory of Waves and Oscillations I3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Accelerator Physics I3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • High-Energy Physics I3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Thesis Research II9 ECTS · homework
  • Solid State Physics / edX blockedX3 ECTS · Marketing Fundamentals; Analytics for Decision Making; Digital Strategy (Babson)
Thesis
SEMESTER 830 ECTS

Thesis and specialization

  • General Relativity II6 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Theory of Waves and Oscillations II3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Accelerator Physics II3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • High-Energy Physics II3 ECTS · homework / midterm written / final oral
  • Thesis Research III15 ECTS · homework

4 years — 240 ECTS

8 semesters. Core courses — 192 ECTS, electives (including edX / GRE blocks) — 18 ECTS, thesis (research and writing) — 30 ECTS.

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Your competencies

What you'll learn and work with

An interactive map of the program's key competencies aligned with the official learning outcomes.

Developing mathematical tools and thinking

Build a fundamental knowledge base in calculus, linear algebra and analytic geometry — crucial for a thorough understanding of physical theories and models.

Calculus
Linear Algebra
Analytic Geometry
Quantitative thinking

Building fundamental knowledge of general physics

Upon successful completion, students will demonstrate a deep undergraduate-level understanding of classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics and statistical physics.

Classical Mechanics
Electromagnetism
Thermodynamics
Quantum Mechanics

Computing, programming and data analysis skills

Master programming and basic algorithms (MATLAB, Python, Octave) to apply numerical methods to modeling physical systems and analyzing experimental data.

Data Analysis
Numerical Methods
Computer Modeling
Programming

Communication, teamwork and ethics

Skills for clearly conveying scientific ideas to expert and non-expert audiences, ethics in physics research, proper citation, and awareness of physics' role in solving global problems.

Scientific Communication
Teamwork
Research Ethics
Solving global problems
Career outlook

In-demand roles on the market

Science and research

Research Physicist

Conducts academic and applied research at prestigious scientific institutes and national and international laboratories worldwide.

Data Processing

Data Analyst

Applies advanced algorithms, Python and MATLAB to process large volumes of experimental data and build predictive models.

Design

R&D Engineer

Designs and tests new products in the technology industry, combining knowledge of classical mechanics, electromagnetism and thermodynamics.

Innovation

High-tech Startup Founder

Uses research experience and a deep understanding of physics to create breakthrough ideas and bring high-tech products to market.

Practice

Laboratory Specialist

Works with real laboratory equipment, applies numerical methods and takes part in experimental testing at private companies.

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Advantages

Why us?

European quality system

SIIL is accredited by the independent agency IAAR, which operates under European education quality standards and is part of ENQA and EQAR. The status can be verified in open registries.

Your own AI assistant

Your personal AI-powered tutor. It will help you work through difficult theory, explain a physical or mathematical process, and prepare you for exams.

Private student chat

Access to the community. Talk with classmates, share experience, find like-minded people and ask your curators questions.

Focus on cutting-edge science

A unique program combining in-depth study of fundamental physics with virtual laboratory work and remote control of real equipment.

Career center

Our advisors will help you build a project portfolio and prepare for admission to top PhD programs in the US and Europe, or for interviews at tech companies.

Flexible learning

100% online format: 8 semesters at a comfortable pace, combining study with work and personal life, from anywhere in the world.

EUR

Fixed tuition

Tuition is fixed when the contract is signed and remains unchanged for the entire duration of your studies.

Our own platform

SIIL's own LMS platform with a clear interface, a convenient web app and prompt feedback.

Swiss institute

A Swiss institute diploma certifies your knowledge

Graduates are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Physics. The Swiss International Institute Lausanne (SIIL) diploma comes with a supplement listing the courses, grades and ECTS: employers and universities see not just the program title, but its content, volume and workload.

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SIIL status and documents

SIIL's status can be verify before enrolling

Institutional accreditation, Bologna-system education, ECTS and open documents let you verify the institute and understand the program structure before making a decision.

  • External quality assessment of the institute
  • The program's exact workload in ECTS
  • Open documents for verification
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IAAR institutional accreditation certificate - Swiss International Institute Lausanne, No. AA 0298 Open in full
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Institutional accreditation

Agency
IAAR
Type
Institutional
Certificate no.
AA 0298

Three independent grounds for trust

Each can be verified independently - no need to contact a manager.

SIIL has passed an independent institutional assessment

External experts assessed the institute's educational processes, governance, internal quality assurance and other aspects of its work. The result is institutional accreditation by the IAAR agency (certificate AA 0298).

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Why IAAR status matters

IAAR is a member of ENQA and is registered in EQAR. The status of the accreditation agency itself can be verified in European sources.

Frequently asked questions

What does IAAR institutional accreditation confirm?

Institutional accreditation means that external experts assessed the institute as a whole: its educational processes, governance and internal quality assurance - and found them compliant with the agency's standards. It is an assessment of the institute, not of an individual program.

Can I verify SIIL's status myself?

Yes. SIIL's record is published in the open IAAR registry - verification requires no registration or contacting the institute. Open SIIL's record in the registry. The status of the IAAR agency itself can be checked in the European ENQA and EQAR databases.

What do the Bologna system and ECTS provide?

They make the program “readable” for external assessment: a university or employer sees the program level, course list, workload and total volume of study in clear European units, not just the diploma title.

Does accreditation mean automatic recognition of the diploma?

Accreditation and ECTS are assessment tools: they let a university or employer quickly understand the level, content and workload of a program. Each organization makes its own recognition decision under its own rules and national legislation, so recognition is not automatic. SIIL's open documents make this procedure noticeably easier.

What does the Canton of Vaud letter confirm?

A confirmation letter of inclusion in the list of private educational institutions of the Canton of Vaud (under migration legislation) was issued by the cantonal Population Service on 3 June 2021. It allows the migration service to consider foreign students' applications for temporary residence for study purposes. Each application is decided individually.

Process

How the admission process works

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Online application

Fill out the form on the website to secure your place in the cohort.

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Documents

Upload digital copies of your passport and education document to your personal account.

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Approval

Our coordinator will check your documents and prepare the enrollment package.

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Start of studies

Receive your personal platform access and start your lectures and practice.

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