and gain expert knowledge in theoretical and applied physics.
Physics, M.Sc.
Leave the basics behind
The study program builds on a bachelor in physics or a comparable scientific 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
General part:
Advanced experimental physics
Advanced theoretical physics
In the subject-specific part, two elective physical subjects have to be chosen from following areas:
Applied optics
Astrophysics
Biophysics
Computational materials science
Solid-state physics
Theoretical physics
Environmental physics
In addition, science and engineering-oriented subjects can be taken as elective courses.
Key data
Admission requirements:
- B.Sc. in physics or a comparable scientific university degree
- language skills: German at least level C1 (CEFR), English at least level B1 (CEFR)Application 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: mostly German / parts in 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 2012) (binding regulations of the study progress, German only)
Module guide (MPO 2012) (descriptions of the lectures, German only)
Program scheme (MPO 2012) (German only)
Studying abroad
Advisory Service
Study Center
For advice on:
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Contact: Email
Barbara Kozák
NW1 room S0430
Phone: +49 421 218-62145
Subject-specific information and advice
Questions about:
Contents of the study programs
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