Physics
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Our Master's degree course in Physics offers you the opportunity to specialize. You can tailor our courses to suit your interests. There are three specializations within the research areas of our working groups:
- Particle Physics
- Quantum Optics and Quantum Information
- Solid State Physics
We offer special lectures in the following areas:
- Experimental Solid State Physics
- Quantum Information Theory
- Experimental Quantum and Nanooptics
- Theoretical Particle Physics
- Experimental Particle Physics
On this page you will find all the important information about your current studies.
What awaits me in the Master's program?
The admission requirement for the Master's degree course is a qualified Bachelor's degree in physics. The course takes two years to complete. In the first year, you will attend lectures and complete a Master's internship. The second year is reserved for the Master's thesis . The Master's thesis is written in a working group. The aim of the Master's thesis is to make a contribution to current research in an experimental or theoretical field. Thanks to good supervision, the results of a Master's thesis can regularly be published in international journals.
In addition to the scientific specialization that qualifies you for an academic or research career, your studies aim to provide you with additional skills and competencies. In an international research environment, you will acquire intercultural skills and the ability to work in a team. You will learn to develop management plans for dealing with theoretical or experimental research and research data. The qualification objectives also include analytical thinking, scientific writing, pragmatic problem solving, presentation and IT skills, including the efficient use of digital media. All of this offers you excellent applicability in the professional world. With your Master's degree, you can also do a doctorate in one of our research groups.
Possible specializations
Particle physics
The specialization "Particle Physics" deals with the most fundamental questions about the structure of matter at the smallest distances and thus expands the limits of our knowledge. The findings from particle physics also have a profound impact on our understanding of cosmology, especially the early stages after the Big Bang.
Information brochure on particle physics
Particle physics website
Quantum optics and quantum information
The specialization "Quantum Optics and Quantum Information" investigates the connection between quantum physics and information theory, which enables novel methods of information processing (quantum cryptography, quantum computers), as well as the physics behind novel techniques in quantum optical experiments that enable the control and manipulation of individual ions or photons.
Information brochure Quantum Optics and Quantum Information
Solid state physics
In the "Solid State Physics" specialization, you will learn about the fascinating physical effects that dominate this nanocosmos. Solid-state physics gives you an understanding of the world around us, from the structure of matter to the physical principles of electronic devices.
Solid-state physics information brochure
Further information about your studies
Details about the lectures, internships and study plans to be completed can be found in the module handbook and the examination regulations. Our examinations office, the student advisory service, the department and the student council are always available to answer questions.
- Examination regulations (FPO-M) for the subject Physics (PHY) dated 16.08.2023
(PO 2022, valid from winter semester 2022/23) - Regulations amending the subject examination regulations (FPO-M) for the subject Physics (PHY)
from 16.09.2024 - Regulations on the aptitude assessment for the Master's degree program in Physics
from 26.10.2020
- Framework Examination Regulations (RPO-M) for the Master's degree program dated 28.02.2019
- Regulations amending the Framework Examination Regulations (RPO-M) for the Master's degree program dated 26.10.2020
- Second regulation amending the framework examination regulations (RPO-M) for the Master's degree program dated 24.06.2022
- Third regulation amending the framework examination regulations (RPO-M) for the Master's degree program dated 25.07.2023
- Fourth regulation amending the framework examination regulations (RPO-M) for the Master's degree program dated 12.06.2025
- Examination regulations for the Master's degree program in Physics dated 16.12.2020
(PO 2018, valid until 31.03.2025) - Regulations amending the examination regulations for the Master's degree program in Physics dated 19.12.2018
(PO 2018, valid until 31.03.2025) - Handbook of module elements for the Master's degree program in Physics dated 18.09.2019
(PO 2018, valid until 31.03.2025) - Handbook of Modules M. Sc. Physics
(PO 2018, English translation) - Examination regulations for the Master's degree program in Physics dated 17.01.2013
(PO 2012, valid until 31.03.2021) - Module Handbook Master of Science in Physics from 28.06.2012
(PO 2012, valid until 31.03.2021) - Master's examination regulations in Physics from 28.04.2010
(PO 2009, valid until 31.03.2017)
Quicklinks
Our campus management system unisono maps your entire student life cycle from application to examination and event planning to your degree certificate:
In our learning management system Moodle you will find the documents of your lecturers.
Here you can find our current lecture planning as a pdf file.
