Laser Physics
(in the Field of Information and Measurement Systems and Technologies, Including Radiation-Matter Interactions)

1.3.19 LASER PHYSICS
The main goal of our program is to provide the highest level of education to our graduates, enabling them to excel in the field of laser physics. Our curriculum is designed to train students in research and development of lasers, as well as the practical applications of lasers in technical, biomedical and information-related problems. Upon graduation, you will gain versatile skills that will contribute to your social mobility and make you highly demanded on the job market.
RUSSIAN
4 YEARS
PhD Diploma
430 000 RUB/YEAR*
*relevant for 2025/26 admission year
Program Supervisor
Nikolay N. Evtikhiev
DSc in Physics and Mathematics,
Head of the Laser Physics Department
Tel: +7 (495) 788 56 99, ext. 8037
E-mail: NNEvtikhiev@mephi.ru
PREVIOUS EDUCATION
  • Master's Degree
or Equivalent
  • Preparatory course in Russian language
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
  • Passport
  • Degree Certificate
  • Academic Transcript
ENTRANCE EXAMS
Subject Interview (in Russian)
Admission Requirements
Optical Methods of Environmental Monitoring
Laser Technologies and Equipment Based on High-Power
Fiber Lasers
Study of Interaction Between High-Power Laser Radiation and Matter
Precision Diagnostic and Measuring Laser Systems
Optical Processing, Microwave Photonics, and Holography
Research Fields
Russian Research Centers
NTO "IRE-Polus"
Institutes of the Russian Academy of Science
Career Prospects
The base of industrial and/or scientific internships and employment include:
What documents do I need to fill out the application form?
Frequently asked questions
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
For preliminary evaluation of your documents you need to submit the following set:
  • ID (Passport)
  • Degree Certificate
  • Transcript
Once you have obtained a conditional acceptance letter you need to start preparing the application set:
  • Passport scan copy with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • High School Certificate or Previous Degree Diploma with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Transcript of Records with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Medical Certificate that confirms no contra-indications for studying in Russia + Negative AIDS/HIV test certificate issued by an official healthcare authority of your country.
  • Photo in passport-format.
This set of documents is required in order to register an applicant for entrance examinations.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
When are the application dates for the 2025 admission?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
We start considering new applications and processing the documents in June, 2025.
Examination dates are determined for each subject specifically and depends on the program level and major. Make sure to contact our admission officers to learn the schedule of the entrance exams for your program.
Full admission set with all necessary documents and notarised translations shall be submitted no later than August 10, 2025.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Does MEPhI provide housing for international students?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Our University offers housing at MEPhI residence halls to all international students.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
How much is the tuition fee?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Tuition fee cost varies depending on the education level and program of your choice.
Tuition fee prices for 2025/26 have not been confirmed yet. Please refer to the prices in 2024/25 for your convenience.
Bachelor's Degree programs - from 281 600 RUB / year
Specialist's Degree programs - from 315 600 RUB / year
Master's Degree programs - from 338 800 RUB / year
PhD programs - from 380 600 RUB / year
CONTACT US
Fill out the contact form and our admissions officers will assist you with the application