Master of Science in Physics
Pursue an advanced Master of Science in Physics with specialisations in quantum technologies, optoelectronics, materials science, or computational physics.
Best for:Best for physics graduates seeking advanced specialisation in quantum technologies, optics, or materials science.
Overview
Paderborn University offers a comprehensive, English-taught Master of Science programme in Physics designed to provide deep theoretical and experimental foundations. Students can tailor their studies through specialisations including General Physics, Photonic Quantum Technologies, and Optoelectronics, Materials, Devices. The curriculum combines advanced lectures and practical seminars in the first year with an independent research project and Master's thesis in the second year. Graduates are well-prepared for demanding careers in the high-tech industry or for progression to doctoral studies.
What you'll do
- Attend advanced lectures and seminars in theoretical and experimental physics during the first year
- Participate in practical laboratory classes and theoretical problem-solving exercises
- Prepare and deliver scientific presentations based on current physics literature in seminar courses
- Conduct an independent, supervised research project within a departmental research group
- Write and defend a Master's thesis based on original research work by the end of the fourth semester
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in physics or equivalent
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 level required, proven by certificates such as TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS Academic 6, or Cambridge B2 First
Instruction: English
- Strong foundational knowledge in experimental and theoretical physics
- Ability to engage in independent scientific literature review and academic presentation
- Competency in conducting laboratory experiments or theoretical computations
- Applicants must hold a qualifying Bachelor's degree in physics or an equivalent qualification
- Applicant's final grade should meet the minimum requirement of 3.0 according to the German grading system
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How to apply
Deadline: Winter semester: 31 May; Summer semester: 30 November
Submit your application through the uni-assist portal along with all required academic and language certificates before the stated semester deadlines.
- BSc degree certificate and academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
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