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Physics Plus B.Sc. at RWTH Aachen University

RWTH Aachen University, Germany

Programme overview

Are you considering a physics degree, but aren’t sure whether your subject knowledge up to this point is sufficient? Many prospective students have a keen interest in physics, but at the same time, they have real concerns when starting a physics degree program: Will my prior knowledge be sufficient? What if I wasn’t able to take an advanced physics course at my high school?

Faculty: Department of Physics in the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences  |  Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester  |  Location: Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

The learning objectives of both the Physics and Physics Plus programs are identical. Both offer broad-based introductory physics studies, thus preparing students equally well for the master's degree program in physics that builds on the bachelor’s.

Career pathways

After receiving a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of physics along with a broad spectrum of topics during their studies, Physicists are active in a manner of diverse careers and have good chances in the job market. They are appreciated not only for their expert knowledge, but also for their problem solving abilities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent HZB. General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), subject specific university entrance qualification, or an equally recognized university entrance qualification (HZB). Admission to first semester: Open (No NC). A great interest in physical problems is certainly a necessity; however, very good math skills are absolutely indispensable for a student of physics.

Intake: Winter Semester

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)

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