and gain expert knowledge in theory and practice.
Physics, M.Sc._
Leave the basics behind
The study program builds on a bachelor in physics or another natural science or engineering degree. The objective of the Master's program is to provide specialized training in several sub-subjects of physics at the highest level. Students are encouraged to adopt autonomous and goal-oriented ways of learning and working. The program is divided into two one-year sections:
• Specialization phase (1st and 2nd semester)
• Research phase (3rd and 4th semester)
The professional specialization phase with lectures, exercises and internships serves to acquire the advanced knowledge necessary for independent productive work in physics. With special training in several sub-subjects of physics, the graduates can prepare themselves specifically for certain future fields of activity. The research phase includes seminars and a research project.
Physicists are not only sought in publicly funded or industrial laboratories or research centers, but also in engineering occupations or other areas outside physics.
Course contents
Supplemented by elective modules, the course is divided into six specializations from which three are chosen:
- Environmental Phsics
- Physics of the Universe
- Photonics and Physics of Nanostructures
- Physics of Life
- Theoretical Physics
- Computational Physics
Each specialization includes a research laboratory and special topics.
Language courses, an internship or courses such as philosophy, ethics or programming complement the specializations.
Key data
Admission requirements:
- First B.Sc. / academic degree (3 to 4 year course) in physics or another natural science or engineering degree program
(min. 180 CP)
- Thereof 80 CP in physics and 20 CP in mathematics
- language skills: English at least level B2 (CEFR)
- letter of motivationApplication deadline: July 15 (WiSe), January 15 (SoSe)
Beginning of the course: once a year at winter and summer semester
Application deadline 2nd semester (advanced students only): January 15
Language of tuition: English
ECTS credits: 120
Standard duration: 4 semesters
Qualification: Master of Science
Information and application
Admission regulations (German only)
Information on admission
Examination regulations (MPO 2025) (binding regulations of the study progress, German only)
Module guide (MPO 2025) (descriptions of the lectures, German only)
Program scheme (MPO 2025) (German only)
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