Program Overview

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Optics and Photonics Master of Science (M.Sc.)

The Optics and Photonics Master of Science (M.Sc.) program is an interdisciplinary degree that covers the most important fields of application of optical technologies, in addition to in-depth engineering and scientific fundamentals. It is part of the "Karlsruhe School of Optics and Photonics" (KSOP), which also offers a corresponding doctoral program.

Program Details

What You Can Expect in Our Master's Program

The master's degree program in Optics & Photonics is designed for graduates from various disciplines, including Optics & Photonics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Mathematics, Mechatronics, and Computer Science. To compensate for the differences in the subjects of origin, there are adaptation courses with topics from the bachelor's program.

Program Structure

The curriculum consists of a compulsory area, a compulsory elective area, a professional internship, and the Master's thesis. The compulsory subjects comprise 62 credit points (according to ECTS), and the following compulsory subjects must be taken:

• Engineering Optics & Photonics (8 CP)
• Physical Optics & Photonics (8 CP)
• Advanced Optics & Photonics - Theory and Materials (8 CP)
• Advanced Optics & Photonics - Methods and Components (10 CP)
• Adjustment Courses (8 CP)
• Optics & Photonics Lab (10 CP)
• Seminar Course (4 CP)
• Interdisciplinary Qualifications (6 CP)

In the compulsory elective area, you choose a specialization worth 16 CP. You can choose one of the following options:

• Specialization - Photonic Materials and Devices
• Specialization - Quantum Optics & Spectroscopy
• Specialization - Biomedical Photonics
• Specialization - Optical Systems
• Specialization - Solar Energy

Internship

During the master's degree program, you are required to complete an internship of at least eight weeks. You apply to suitable companies or public institutions for this. A report is written about the internship and a short presentation is given.

Master's Thesis

The degree program concludes with a Master's thesis (30 CP). The Master's thesis should demonstrate that you are able to work on a problem from your field of study independently and within a limited period of time using scientific methods.

Characteristic Features of the Degree Program

Characteristic Features of Optics and Photonics M.Sc. at KIT

• International orientation through English-language teaching and students from all over the world
• Future-oriented topics such as solar energy, new materials, and more
• Integrated into current research and industrial applications
• Highly interdisciplinary
• Small degree program with good supervision and networking
• Semester abroad possible without loss at partner universities of the EUROPHOTONICS program
• Good career opportunities through industry partners, internships, and the KSOP doctoral program

Admission and Language Requirements

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for the master's degree program in Optics and Photonics are based on the current admission regulations:

• A bachelor's degree or at least an equivalent degree in one of the following degree programs: Optics & Photonics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Mathematics, Mechatronics, and Computer Science, or a related degree program with essentially the same content.
• Minimum knowledge and minimum achievements in the following areas: Mathematics (12 credit points) and Physics (12 credit points).
• Subject-related aptitude, which is assessed in a two-stage process.

Language Requirements and Certificates

For the master's degree program in Optics & Photonics, you need sufficient knowledge of the English language, corresponding to at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Statutes and Regulations

The current admission regulations, KIT admission and enrollment regulations, and studies and examination regulations for the Optics and Photonics M.Sc. program are available.

Teaching Calendar and Course Catalog

The teaching calendar and course catalog for the current term are available, including information on lectures, seminars, and lab courses.