Your future begins in Siegen
The Master's degree course in Physics is research-oriented. It is based on the scientific foundations that you have acquired in your Bachelor's degree course. Here you will be able to specialize in the research activities of our department. These include
- Experimental solid state physics
- Quantum information theory and fundamentals of quantum mechanics
- Experimental quantum optics and nano-optics
- Theoretical particle physics
- Experimental particle and astroparticle physics
On the one hand, the modules in the first year of study ensure that you have a sound grounding in modern physics. On the other hand, you will be prepared for research in your chosen specialization in particle physics, quantum optics and quantum information or solid state physics.
The second year of study is dedicated to research. You will complete your Master's thesis within one of our department's working groups.
Everything at a glance
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Start of studies
Winter semester and summer semester -
Standard period of study
4 semesters -
Admission restricted
No -
Language of instruction
German and English
Career prospects
Whether you want to continue your career in elementary particle physics, quantum computing, the semiconductor industry or the financial sector, a Master's degree in physics opens up a wide range of opportunities in research, industry and the service sector. You have a broad-based education and have gained initial experience with research projects. You are also well prepared for an academic career and can now pursue a doctorate.
Students about studying physics
...offered an attractive working environment...
Because of the current research topics, I decided to concentrate my studies on the field of solid state physics. With four research groups focusing on different areas in this field, the University of Siegen has a broad base. This provides students with an attractive working environment, regardless of whether they have a particular interest in data analysis or want to investigate solids using sophisticated experimental methods. During my Master's thesis, I was able to collaborate with other working groups from the Department of Physics and Chemistry, which gave me a broader view of the field of application of our research.
You have a qualified Bachelor's degree in physics or a natural science subject (university or university of applied sciences).
You have sufficient knowledge of German and English, unless you obtained your degree at a German-speaking institution.
If you have an equivalent qualification, the equivalence will be determined by our examination board, contact: https://www.physik.uni-siegen.de/pruefungsamt/
The requirements for our international students can be found at: https://www.physik.uni-siegen.de/studium/master_program/admission.html
The current examination regulations always apply.
Examination regulations/study plans/module descriptions
Examination regulations (POs) define the basic structures of a degree program (e.g. admission requirements and content to be studied). Students are automatically subject to the current version of a PO when they enrol for their first semester. This means that even if the PO changes during the course of studies, the original version according to which you enrolled is still valid (provided this PO does not expire).
The respective study plan represents the recommended exemplary course of studies in the individual subjects and is part of a PO.
Supplementary regulations and detailed information for each module to be studied can be found in the module descriptions (e.g. requirements for taking a written examination or content details of the modules/courses, ...) and are part of the PO.
Before the start of the lecture period, we recommend that you at least look at the study plan of your degree program so that you know which modules are planned for the start of your studies.
Good reasons for studying physics at the University of Siegen
- Individual supervision by internationally renowned researchers
- Leading international research in the specializations
- Multi-cultural and informal study atmosphere
- excellent preparation for your career(s)
- low cost of living and attractive leisure opportunities in the surrounding area
