Master of Science in Physics (Research-Oriented)
Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz · Mainz, Europe
Duration
24 mo
Tuition
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About this programme
The students of our Master's programme benefit from an exceptionally wide range of research opportunities, providing them with a choice of more than 50 research groups. During the Master's degree programme, our students benefit from a number of unique programmes that are offered by the PRISMA++ Cluster of Excellence (Precision Physics, Fundamental Interactions and Structure of Matter), the Collaborative Research Centre 1660 "Hadrons and Nuclei as Discovery Tools," and the nearby Max Planck Institute for Chemistry and Polymers Research. While our physics programmes are internationally recognised for their strong focus on research, the excellent student-to-faculty ratio allows for lectures on a remarkably wide range of topics. The exact programme content depends on the specialised subjects chosen. Please find more detailed information about the content in our module handbook, which is attached under "Course organisation". We also have an Excellence Track for qualified MSc programme applicants, generally those in the top 15% of their respective BSc classes. See the website for the separate application details and deadline. We also have a combined BSc/MSc dual degree programme with the University of Valencia. For more information, see this link. The first two semesters are dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding and to specialising in two or more fields of physics. During this time, students gain new insights into experimental and theoretical physics with lectures and accompanying exercises. They also participate in two seminars, two advanced lab courses, and two specialised lectures, so that they can focus on topics of their choice. The courses for the chosen minor are also taken during the first two semesters (specialisation phase). During the third semester, students attend two seminars providing them with the specialised knowledge and various methods required for the Master's thesis. The Master's thesis and final oral examination are scheduled for the fourth semester (research period). Please find more detailed information in the attached module handbook. A few examples of course schedule templates can be found in the PDF file linked below. PDF Download
Intakes & deadlines
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Entry requirements
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English
E.G. Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 5.5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 79 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 telc English: telc English B2
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Prerequisites
Applicants are required to provide proof of a Bachelor's degree in physics with a minimum grade of 3.0 or an equivalent final degree from a university in Germany or abroad. We require the equivalent of at least: 30 CP in experimental physics 19 CP in laboratory work 25 CP in theoretical physics 23 CP in advanced mathematics and calculational methods as well as 9 CP for a written Bachelor's thesis (Note that our three-year BSc programme corresponds to 180 CP.) Applicants with a grade of less than 3.0 may apply for a selection interview. Additionally, applicants may apply for a selection interview if at least 80% of the credit points listed above have been achieved or the applicant has not written a Bachelor's thesis. Requirements to complement the achievements obtained at a foreign university may be imposed. In order to be admitted to the Master's programme, these requirements may not exceed 27 CP and must be met in the first year of the Master's studies. Language requirements Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency. There are several ways to do this: High school diploma/secondary school-leaving certificate from an English-speaking institution University degree in a study programme taught in English German "Abitur" with appropriate English courses Various English language certificates (see below) An oral interview to be conducted during the internal application evaluation by the department The test date may not be older than three years at the time of the application. Exemption is possible for native speakers.
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Tuition is No tuition fee. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Applicants are required to provide proof of a Bachelor's degree in physics with a minimum grade of 3.0 or an equivalent final degree from a university in Germany or abroad. We require the equivalent of at least: 30 CP in experimental physics 19 CP in laboratory work 25 CP in theoretical physics 23 CP in advanced mathematics and calculational methods as well as 9 CP for a written Bachelor's thesis (Note that our three-year BSc programme corresponds to 180 CP.) Applicants with a grade of less than 3.0 may apply for a selection interview. Additionally, applicants may apply for a selection interview if at least 80% of the credit points listed above have been achieved or the applicant has not written a Bachelor's thesis. Requirements to complement the achievements obtained at a foreign university may be imposed. In order to be admitted to the Master's programme, these requirements may not exceed 27 CP and must be met in the first year of the Master's studies. Language requirements Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency. There are several ways to do this: High school diploma/secondary school-leaving certificate from an English-speaking institution University degree in a study programme taught in English German "Abitur" with appropriate English courses Various English language certificates (see below) An oral interview to be conducted during the internal application evaluation by the department The test date may not be older than three years at the time of the application. Exemption is possible for native speakers. English: E.G. Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 5.5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 79 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 telc English: telc English B2.
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