Programme overview

The LASCALA Master’s is a two-year international programme established through the collaboration of five leading European universities. It offers comprehensive training in advanced experimental and theoretical approaches to accelerator physics, high-power laser technologies, and high-intensity laser–plasma interactions, as well as to the physics of gravitational wave detectors. Particular emphasis is placed on the cross-disciplinary applications of these fields, including novel energy sources, medical technologies, and diagnostic methods for security.

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05.11.2026

Important Notice – Temporary Closure of Applications Due to unforeseen circumstances, applications for the 2027–2029 LASCALA cohort are temporarily closed. We expect to reopen applications in approximately one week. All applications in progress will be saved, and all previously submitted applications will remain valid. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Why choose the LASCALA Master’s?

 
 

Mobility experience in up to 4 European universities

 

Winter schools in large-scale facilities

 

Double or multiple diploma

 

6-month research internship

 

Summer school in management of big science projects

 

Large international network

Specializations/Paths

The LASCALA Master’s programme aims to train students from around the world to become researchers, engineers, and managers in cutting-edge scientific and technological fields.

Path 1

High-power laser technologies, and high-intensity laser-plasma interactions

Path 2

Accelerator physics

Path 3

Physics of gravitational wave detectors

Meet Our Partner Universities

The LASCALA Master’s programme is offered by a consortium of five European universities, bringing together a wide range of academic expertise, teaching resources, and access to state-of-the-art technological facilities.