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MSc Technical Physics at Ilmenau University of Technology

Ilmenau University of Technology, Germany

Programme overview

Consecutive programme that usually builds on the six-semester Bachelor's in Technical Physics or related science or technical programmes, with close links between teaching and research in the Institute of Physics and the classical engineering research groups. Very good physics knowledge and good knowledge of mathematics and chemistry are important prerequisites.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 credit points  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (1 October)  |  Location: Ilmenau, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

Advanced theoretical, technical and experimental physics, an advanced physics laboratory, elective complexes, a science and technology elective area, an introductory project for the master's thesis and the master's thesis.

Career pathways

Fields include scientific research and development, environmental protection and energy, science and technology management, environmental systems engineering and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Numerus clausus: none (NC-free). Usually builds on the six-semester Bachelor's in Technical Physics or related science or technical programmes; very good physics knowledge and good knowledge of mathematics and chemistry are required. Application windows (winter semester only): 16 April to 15 September with German certificates; 16 January to 15 September with EU/EEA certificates; 16 January to 15 May with non-EU certificates.

Intake: Winter semester (1 October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 credit points

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