About this programme
A Joint Programme of Institut Polytechnique de Paris and Freie Universität Berlin Graduates of the physics double degree programme will receive degree certificates from both the Freie Universität Berlin and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris. Over the last 10 years, many physics students have benefited from this double degree programme, certified by the Franco-German University. Key facts: two degrees in one programme consecutive, research-oriented Master's course two-year programme (120 credit points) qualifies graduates for international careers in research 350 EUR monthly support for 10 months during the stay abroad French-German Master's Double Degree Programme First year – study phase in Berlin Students spend the first year at Freie Universität Berlin and complete several modules of their choice. The Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics module is mandatory. Second year – research phase in Palaiseau/Paris Students spend the second year at Institut Polytechnique de Paris. During the first six months, they take compulsory physics modules and a module on French language and cultural literacy. They complete a 12-month research phase in a research group at Institut Polytechnique de Paris, where they carry out their Master’s thesis. Flyer "Double Degree Programme in Physics" Creating Fundamentals for Future Innovations The department of physics at Freie Universität Berlin is strong in both theoretical and experimental physics, with groups focused on biophysics, nanophysics, ultrafast physics, and quantum physics. Deep Insights into German and French Scientific Communities The programme prepares students for international careers in research and research-driven industries, which require a deep understanding of modern physics. As a Master’s student in physics, you will participate in ongoing projects and become part of a diverse scientific community. French-German Master's Double Degree Programme Study Phase in Berlin (starts on 1 October) The study phase deepens and broadens students’ knowledge of physics and related disciplines and brings them to the level of current research. As a compulsory component, it covers advanced fundamentals of modern experimental and theoretical physics. The following modules must be completed: Modules at the Department of Physics at the Freie Universität Berlin: Advanced Laboratory Course (10 ECTS) Selected Topics: Scientific Presentations (5 ECTS) Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics (10 ECTS) In addition, students must choose one of the following modules (10 ECTS): Advanced Quantum Mechanics Advanced Statistical Physics Quantum Field Theory and Many-Body Physics Advanced Solid State Physics Advanced Atomic and Molecular Physics Advanced Biophysics In an elective part of the studies, students can choose from a broad range of modules on selective topics in physics, among others: Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics Nanophysics Magnetism and Spin Electronics Surface Science Theory of Light-Matter Interaction Advanced Optics Ultrafast Spectroscopy and Nonlinear Optics Photobiophysics Special Topics in Molecular Biophysics Advanced Biospectroscopy Semiconductor Physics Quantum Information Theory and many others Research Phase in Paris (starts on 1 September) In the research phase, students learn to work independently in a specialised field of physics. This includes carrying out research and presenting it in the form of a Master's thesis. 12 months of a coherent research phase in a scientific group at the Institut Polytechnique de Paris The first six months include lectures of an M2 programme in physics (25 ECTS). French language and culture (5 ECTS) Your own Master's project in cooperation with a research group at the Institut Polytechnique de Paris PDF Download
Course details verified 10 Sep 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source