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Master's Program in Physics

The international Master's program in Physics is a two-year program. The first year consists of lectures, seminars, and lab courses. The second year is dedicated to an individual research project. The curriculum is organized along seven different tracks:

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Astroparticle Physics and Cosmology
• Quantum Field Theory and Gauge Theories
• Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanoelectronics
• Quantum Technology
• Condensed Matter Theory

For each track, the first year of the Master’s studies has several mandatory courses as well as elective courses. The elective courses can be chosen from the many specialization courses offered by Aachen physics faculty, researchers at the research center Jülich, as well as elective courses from other related Master’s programs (Biophysics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Laser Technology, Material Science, etc.). The available specialization courses can vary from term to term. The curriculum is set up to offer maximum flexibility and allows students to select courses that prepare them to achieve the research goals of the second Master's year.

At the end of the first year of studies, students choose a Master's thesis supervisor in one of the institutes. During the second year, the students will complete a Master's thesis research project. The precise form of the project depends on the research topic and is developed together with the responsible supervisor. In the last semester, the students complete their Master's thesis work, write up their Master’s thesis, and give a presentation about their research project.

Basic Information

• Degree: Master of Science
• Start of Studies: Winter Semester, Summer Semester
• Standard Period of Studies: 4 semesters
• ECTS Credits: 120
• Language: English

Admission Requirements

• First university degree, required qualifications according to the examination regulations A first recognized university degree, through which the necessary education background for the Master course of study can be proven. The necessary knowledge needed in order for studies to be successful is determined in the respective exam regulations (PO).
• Proficiency in English You must provide documentation of your language skills for the language of instruction at the time of enrollment. The exam regulations stipulate the relevant requirements.

Admission to First Semester

• Open (No NC)

Admission to Higher Semesters

• Open (No NC)

Tracks of Study

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Astroparticle Physics and Cosmology
• Quantum Field Theory and Gauge Theories
• Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanoelectronics
• Quantum Technology
• Condensed Matter Theory

The successful participation in the Master's program in Physics at RWTH Aachen University requires an undergraduate education that enables students to follow lectures at a very advanced and specialized level. Hence, some Bachelor graduates, especially from foreign countries, might not meet all the requirements for admission. For these students, the Department of Physics has developed a Master’s entry program. This innovative program includes bridging courses in theoretical and modern physics as well as social support, especially for international students. In contrast to previous years, this program is now offered free of charge.

The courses of the Master's program in Physics are taught in English. Hence, applicants who have not obtained their academic qualification at an English-language institution or who are not English native speakers must prove sufficient fluency in English.