MSc Physics at TU Dresden

Entry requirements

A first professional degree recognised in Germany in physics or a closely related programme, with sound knowledge of the foundations of experimental physics (mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, quantum physics, atomic and molecular physics, and solid-state, nuclear or particle physics or biophysics) and of theoretical physics. Numerus clausus: no, but an aptitude assessment procedure is required. Application deadlines for the first subject semester (German applicants and Bildungsinländer): Aptitude assessment request period (winter semester): 1 June – 15 July; Aptitude assessment request period (summer semester): 1 December – 15 January; Application period for study (winter semester): 1 June – 15 September; Application period for study (summer semester): 1 December – 15 March. International applicants: Application period non-EU applicants (winter semester): 1 April – 31 May; Application period non-EU applicants (summer semester): 1 October – 30 November; Application period EU applicants (winter semester): 1 April – 15 July; Application period EU applicants (summer semester): 1 October – 15 January. Application is made online through the TU Dresden application portal.