Master of Science in Physics

Ruhr Universitat Bochum · Bochum, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Bochum
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<p>For non-EU applicants:</p> <ul> <li>Winter semester: 1 June to 15 July</li> <li>Summer semester: 1 December to 15 January</li> </ul> <p>For EU and national applicants:</p> <ul> <li>Winter semester: mid-June to mid-October</li> <li>Summer semester: mid-December to mid-April</li> </ul>
Starts
Winter and summer semester

Ruhr Universitat Bochum does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Admission to the Master’s programme in physics is open to students who have completed at least six semesters of a Bachelor’s programme in physics with a total of 180 CP or an equivalent programme. The admission requirements also include one of the following: proof of a minimum of 25 CP in basic experimental physics proof of a minimum of 15 CP in theoretical physics (Proof of a module on quantum mechanics in a BSc or MSc degree programme in physics or comparable achievements in another degree programme must be submitted.) proof of a minimum of 15 CP in higher mathematics in the fields of analysis and linear algebra and geometry proof of a minimum of 10 CP in a basic laboratory course in physics a Bachelor’s thesis of at least 8 CP in a physics-related subject If you do not meet all the requirements mentioned, you can still apply to our programme. In fact, we encourage you to apply and speak to our advisers about the conditions for your individual case. Admission to the Master's degree programme in physics can be granted subject to conditions, provided that the missing CP do not exceed 40 CP. The conditions must be met at the latest upon admission to the Master’s thesis. This means t
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
For non-EU applicants: Winter semester: 1 June to 15 July Summer semester: 1 December to 15 January For EU and national applicants: Winter semester: mid-June to mid-October Summer semester: mid-December to mid-April
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About this programme

Top level research and excellent teaching – we offer you a comprehensive degree programme, with our education providing both subject-specific and professional skills. Our Master of Science Physics course of study offers you a comprehensive study programme with the possibility to individually set your focus. Considering the requirements and changes in the professional world, the programme provides you with the necessary specialist knowledge, skills, abilities, and methods to enable you to carry out scientific work according to scientific principles, to critically classify scientific findings and to act responsibly in a professional setting. The teaching and learning processes enable you to study independently at an early stage and to pursue individual development perspectives. Goal In our programme, you should acquire the competence to work independently in an academic context and learn problem-solving strategies for new, unfamiliar situations in multidisciplinary contexts. You should also acquire the ability to exchange ideas with specialist representatives at a scientific level and to take on responsibility in a team. Why should you choose this study programme? Our programme aims to provide you with the necessary specialist knowledge, competences, skills and methods, enabling you to carry out academic and research work in accordance with scientific principles, to critically classify scientific findings and to act responsibly. The programme is designed to enable you early on

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