Solar System Physics (SSP)

STUDY SSP AND EXPLORE THE INFINITE VASTNESS OF SPACE Exploring the solar system has always been one of mankind’s most fascinating endeavours, and it continues to pose great challenges. Scientists today study celestial bodies with the aid of modern ground- and space-based telescopes and use probes that venture deep into space. To successfully collect data about our solar system, these space missions rely on countless, highly sophisticated technologies. To further the continuous advancement of these technologies and the invention of new ones, an in-depth understanding of the physics of our solar system is required. The Master’s programme in Solar System Physics prepares students for this challenge. WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT TU BRAUNSCHWEIG? TU Braunschweig’s Master’s programme in Solar System Physics is the only one of its kind in Germany. It offers you the chance to study the physics of our solar system and to qualify for a future career in the aerospace industry or in exploring planetary bodies. The programme perfectly complements the focus on Space Physics and Technology in TU Braunschweig’s Physics Department. STRUCTURE OF THE SSP MASTER’S PROGRAMME The two-year, consecutive Master’s programme in Solar System Physics has a strong focus on research and is a full-time, attendance-based programme. With English as the language of instruction, this programme is an ideal way to prepare yourself for the global job and science market and for networking with international colleagues. You will have the chance to acquire in-depth specialist knowledge in the field of solar system physics, including, for example, the formation and evolution of planetary systems, the sun and its heliosphere, planetary surfaces, and the internal structure and processes of planets as well as the atmospheres and magnetospheres of planetary bodies. Step by step, you will become familiar with innovative work methods in research and science and practice hands-on, problem-solving techniques. With a final thesis completed over the course of eight months, students will demonstrate the ability to independently investigate a subject-specific issue by applying scientific work methods. First year: In-depth specialisation Deepening and practical application of knowledge acquired during the Bachelor’s programme Physics and evolution of the solar system and its planetary bodies Hands-on training (laboratory, simulations and data analysis) Transition to the second year of studies Acquisition of a broader knowledge base and instrumental skills in a multidisciplinary context  Special courses module Specialisation in sub-sections of solar system physics Expansion of interdisciplinary knowledge in areas chosen by the student Scientific Key Qualifications module Scientific programming Scientific communication Second year: Research phase Literature Research module: Systems thinking and other communication skills Research Internship module: Practical scientific and/or research work  Master’s Thesis module: Completion of largely independent research projects For detailed information about the contents of this study programme, please see the programme-specific part of the university’s examination regulations.