Program Overview

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Introduction to the Physics Program

The Physics program at the University of Jena is designed for students interested in exploring the laws of nature, their individual building blocks, and the forces at work. The program delves into various everyday phenomena, making physicists sought-after specialists in many areas of business and the high-tech industry.

Key Facts

• Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Admission restriction: Without admission restriction (without NC)
• Duration: 6 Semesters
• Credits/ECTS: 180
• Teaching language: German
• Tuition fee: None
• Semester contribution: € 305.05
• Start of studies: Winter semester, Summer semester
• Part-time possible: Yes
• Institution: Faculty of Physics and Astronomy

Programme Content

Physics is in every movement – it is all around us! This science explains numerous everyday phenomena. Physicists explore the laws of nature, their individual building blocks, and the forces at work. The ability to analyse and model effects and processes will make you a sought-after specialist in many areas of business and in the high-tech industry.

Research Areas

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy conducts research in various key areas, including:

• Optics / quantum electronics
• Solid-state physics / materials science
• Gravitational and quantum theory
• Astronomy / astrophysics

Structure

A bachelor's degree is the first professional qualification that can be obtained at a university. The standard length of the programme is six semesters, and different types of courses are offered for each module (e.g., seminars, lectures or practical classes). The degree programme mainly revolves around theoretical physics and experimental physics.

Course Overview

The programme consists of the sub-areas of theoretical physics and experimental physics, as well as the relevant laboratory practicals. You will also cover the necessary mathematical concepts in the first three semesters. You will then have a free choice of required elective modules – popular fields include:

• Astronomy
• The Theory of Relativity
• Biophysics
• Computer Science
• Chemistry
• Measurement Technology

Why Study in Jena?

• Flexible enrolment: You can choose to start your Physics studies in the winter semester or summer semester.
• Ideal studying conditions: Thanks to our excellent student-teacher ratio at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, you will always be in close contact with our teaching staff and benefit from a range of support options.
• Active student representatives: Our student representatives actively speak up for students and organize an exciting range of extracurricular activities.
• Excellent teaching: The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy always does well in teaching evaluations.
• Close cooperation: The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy has extremely close ties to various institutions.
• Research focus: The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy conducts research in various key areas.
• A world of possibilities: Experience our international flair! Our University appeals to students and researchers from all over the world.

Career Opportunities

Physics is an exciting, demanding and fulfilling degree programme that opens up a wide range of excellent career prospects in the following areas:

• Research facilities and institutions of higher education
• Research and development for regional and national companies
• Energy sector
• Medical engineering
• IT / software development, data analysis
• Insurance and banking
• Business consulting
• Patenting

Postgraduate Master's Programmes

After graduating from the bachelor's programme, you can immediately pursue a master's degree in:

• Physics
• Photonics
• Medical Photonics
• Materials Sciences
• Chemistry of Materials

Admission Requirements

• University entrance qualification, such as a general secondary school leaving certificate, is required for admission onto the study programme.
• Language requirements: English proficiency is required.

What Are We Looking for in Prospective Students?

• An interest in scientific topics
• A solid grounding in school-level mathematics
• English proficiency
• An interest in logic puzzles
• Creativity
• Curiosity and a desire to experiment
• Teamwork skills are a great advantage