Physics, Master of Science Friedrich Schiller University Jena

The courses in this MSc Physics programme are offered in English, apart from a small number of elective courses that are usually offered in German.

The Friedrich Schiller University Jena offers language courses in German and advanced language courses in English. Students may choose to write the Master's thesis either in English or in German.

The MSc Physics is part of a full-scale education programme of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena, starting at undergraduate level (BSc in Physics), continuing at Master's level, and culminating in a structured doctoral programme. 

The four-semester Master's programme consists of a small compulsory part...

• Module: Advanced Quantum Theory
• Module: Research Lab Work in Physics
• Module: Advanced seminar in a field of research

… and a wide range of elective courses. The student specialises in one of the following fields of research:

• optics/photonics
• gravitational and quantum theory
• solid state physics/material science
• astronomy/astrophysics

The topic of the Master's thesis is also chosen from these fields.

Specialising in one of the four following fields of research is a key element of our study programme:

• optics/photonics: laser physics, plasma physics, image processing, non-linear optics, quantum optics, biophotonics, lens design, optical modelling, fibre optics, ultrafast optics, nanooptics, instrumentation
• gravitational and quantum theory: general relativity, quantum field theory and string theory, as well as more specialised courses on relativistic astrophysics, numerical relativity, gravitational waves, computational physics, physics of the quantum vacuum, supersymmetry, atomic theory, cosmology, ads/cft
• solid state physics/material science: superconductivity, nuclear solid state physics, solid state optics, optoelectronics, semiconductors, electronics structure theory, polymer physics, material science,
• astronomy/astrophysics: stellar physics, celestial mechanics, laboratory astrophysics, astronomical lab work, observational techniques, terra astronomy, historical astronomy, planetary systems, solar systems, neutron stars

• 1 April through 31 May (non-EU nationals)
• 1 April through 31 August (Germany and EU nationals)

It is highly recommended to apply as early as possible. Early admission, even before the deadline, is possible!

https://www.physik.uni-jena.de/en/10265/m-sc-physics

The ECTS system allows students to make individual choices according to the programme guidelines. The programme combines in-class learning with practical learning elements. 

• First semester: fundamentals 
• Second semester: fundamentals and specialisation 
• Third semester: specialisation and research
• Fourth semester: research

Students are trained for technical or scientific positions in an academic or industrial environment. 

More information:
https://www.physik.uni-jena.de/en/
https://ranking.zeit.de/che/de/

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No tuition fees

The semester fee amounts to approx. 290 EUR per semester (student services and student self-government). For details, see: semester fee (uni-jena.de).

Students need approximately 700 to 900 EUR per month for rent, food, health insurance, books and personal items. For details, see: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/Jena+living+international.

For this Master's programme, you need a subject-specific Bachelor's degree (minimum six semesters/180 ECTS credits) or a recognised equivalent. The curriculum of this degree should contain at least:

• 32 credits (ECTS) in basic subjects of mathematics
• 32 credits (ECTS) in experimental physics
• 32 credits (ECTS) in theoretical physics
• 24 credits (ECTS) obtained from internships/practicals in physics

Applicants applying for the MSc Physics programme have to prove their English proficiency by way of a certificate:

• TOEFL or an equivalent English test (minimum points/grades): TOEFL PBT (550), TOEFL CBT (215), TOEFL IBT (85), IELTS (6.5)
• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
• A statement from your previous/current university confirming that relevant parts of your higher academic education were taught in English
• German "Abitur"
• Language exemptions: The following students are exempt from providing the proof of English proficiency:
  • Nationals from the US, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand or Canada, or BSc and MSc graduates who obtained their qualification in one of these countries
  • BSc and MSc graduates whose previous higher academic education was completely conducted in English (language statement from the university is required)

• 1 April through 31 May (non-EU nationals)
• 1 April through 31 August (Germany and EU nationals)

It is highly recommended to apply as early as possible. Early admission, even before the deadline, is possible!

There are prestigious and competitive fellowships available.

Students can work as student assistants and besides their studies up to a certain extent. Please also see: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/Jena+living+international

Accommodation in student residences is available. Please apply to the "Studierendenwerk Thüringen". For further information, please visit our website at: http://www.stw-thueringen.de/en/housing/.

You can also look for single or shared private accommodation yourself. In the buildings of the university, there are numerous information boards with accommodation offers. Note, however, that the availability of private accommodation in Jena is rather limited.

The International Office arranges accommodation for students who come to Jena on exchange or scholarship programmes.

• Career Day at the faculty
• Career advisory service of the university: https://www.cwp.uni-jena.de/en