Program Overview

Advanced Quantum Physics - Master

Key data on study program

The Master's program in Advanced Quantum Physics is offered by the Faculty of Science. The program has no restricted admission and a regular duration of studies of 4 semesters. The language of instruction is English, and the program starts in both the winter and summer semesters.

Requirements and application

• The program has no special requirements for admission, but applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics (or a comparable undergraduate degree) with a German grade of 2.5 or better (or international equivalent).
• Students must prove above-average performances in their bachelor's degree within the subjects quantum mechanics, atom physics, and physics of condensed matter.
• The course language is English (GER B2-C1 or DSH2).
• The Master's program cannot be complemented with a minor subject.

Program details

• The scientific profile of the area quantum science is defined by the working groups of the Center for Quantum Science (CQ).
• The program deals with topics such as atom-light-interactions, Rydberg physics, quantum sensors, quantum gases in magnetical and optical traps, optical and microwave resonators, many-body quantum systems, and hybrid systems consisting of ultracold atoms and superconducting structures.
• A specificity of the master program is the obligatory module "Discussing Comprehensive Problems of Quantum Science," where students repeat course contents in peer-learning groups.
• The program is structured into two years, with the first year consisting of lectures, seminars, and practical courses (60 ECTS credit points), and the second year focusing on research and the master's thesis (60 ECTS credit points).

Career prospects

• Graduates qualify for a PhD in a field of quantum sciences, e.g., in quantum optics, atom physics, quantum information, quantum simulation, quantum communication, quantum computing, or quantum metrology.
• Occupational options are available in the technical and scientific area, as well as in the financial, consulting, and insurance sector.
• Graduates are highly popular for employees of middle-sized companies and larger companies like Robert-Bosch GmbH, Carl Zeiss AG, Trumpf Laser GmbH, Siemens AG, and Airbus SE.

Doctorate options

• Graduates of the Master program have the opportunity to continue with a PhD.
• For further information, see the website Faculty of Science - Doctoral Studies.

Module handbook and exam regulations

• The module handbook describes the goals and structure of the degree program, including the type of modules offered and their respective workloads.
• The exam regulations contain the legally binding regulations for the degree program, including which modules must be taken and which assessments must be completed to successfully complete the program.