Elite Master's Programme: Theoretical and Mathematical Physics Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

TUM School of Natural Sciences

Courses are held in English.

Physics and mathematics are cornerstones of our knowledge-based society due to the structural power of abstraction, mathematical algorithms, and the far-reaching consequences of logical induction. This elite programme offers both an in-depth and broad-based education in theoretical and mathematical physics covering:

• advanced and applied quantum mechanics
• quantum field theory
• gauge theories
• cosmology
• general relativity
• differential geometry
• string theory
• statistical physics
• stochastics

Special focuses are on transdisciplinarity, i.e. the transfer of knowledge from one discipline to a related one and the interdisciplinarity between modern theoretical physics and mathematics. The basic goal here is to demonstrate that physics and mathematics share many common questions. Besides annual courses, local lecturers with worldwide reputation are joined by visiting experts in presenting special courses. The programme exposes students to cutting-edge research by integrating them into one of the more than thirty participating research groups.

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) and Technische Universität München (TUM) are worldwide highly ranked universities, two of the leading universities in Germany and part of the German Universities Excellence Initiative. Several Nobel laureates, Leibniz prize winners, ERC grant holders and Humboldt professorships have been affiliated with LMU and TUM Faculties of Physics and Mathematics. Students of the TMP Master's programme get the possibility to learn and work closely with worldwide recognised researchers with a strong international network and do state of the art research.

LMU and TUM form an integral part of the exceptionally broad-based network of research institutions, universities, foundations, and corporations based in Munich. The city's other research institutions, the Max Planck Society and the Fraunhofer Society, as well as global enterprises and a vibrant start-up scene are closely intertwined with LMU and TUM.

All this builds the framework for an outstanding education in physics and mathematics and prepares the graduates of the Theoretical and Mathematical Physics (TMP) Elite Master’s programme at LMU and TUM for an international career.

Applications must be submitted by 15 June for the upcoming winter semester.

More information can be found here.

The curriculum for the MSc Theoretical and Mathematical Physics comprises four semesters. In the first three semesters, students choose classes from a wide range of areas in theoretical physics and mathematics. The half-year Master's project takes place in the fourth semester.

There are numerous opportunities to go abroad as part of the degree programme.

No tuition fees

Currently, about 85 EUR per semester
(Fee can change; please check here.)

The application for the MSc Theoretical and Mathematical Physics requires a first professional university degree or an equivalent degree from Germany or abroad in one of the subject areas physics or mathematics.

Further information on the application process can be found here.

If available: TOEFL, IELTS or comparable test

Applications must be submitted by 15 June for the upcoming winter semester.

More information can be found here.

Funding opportunities can be found here.

Helpful websites for searching for accommodation can be found here and here.

LMU students, doctoral candidates or graduates can make use of the LMU Career Services, giving them the opportunity to get a head start on their careers.

The International Office provides a wide range of services for students.