Overview

In view of the wide array of professional opportunities available, the objective of the Master’s degree programme in Physics from Heidelberg University is not to lead students to become highly-specialised experts, but rather, to allow them to develop flexibility and scientific self-reliance.

Key Features

Both in research and in industry, physics graduates are expected to be able to learn to work in new areas of investigation and to be able to find solutions to new problems. The Master’s degree programme is notable for the diversity of options it offers.

It is extremely challenging, stimulating students to think critically while fostering their problem-solving and creative thinking skills. This makes the degree programme’s one-year integrated research phase of particular importance.

In this phase, students at Heidelberg University learn to independently perform research while they acquire the skills needed for applying new findings to the advancement of physics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical Statistical Physics
Theoretical Astrophysics
General Relativity
Quantum Field Theory
Cosmology
Machine Learning and Physics
Particle Physics
Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
Advanced Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
Environmental Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-09-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Heidelberg, Germany

Disciplines

Physics View 90 other Masters in Physics in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application for admission to a Master’s degree programme

Certificate of the undergraduate degree programme

Certificate of enrolment from the most-recently attended university.

Proof of previous achievements in the Master's degree programme

Students applying for a transfer or change of institution from a non-German university must also submit: a certificate of transferable grades from the relevant subject area

Statement of sufficient financing for completion of the course of study. This does not apply for applications from EU/EEA member states and applicants with a German university entrance qualification.

Uncertified copy of the applicant’s passport (page with name in Latin script). Applicants from EU/EEA member states may alternatively submit a copy of their personal identity card.

For applicants with certificates from Vietnam, the People's Republic of China and India: Original of the APS certificate from the relevant Academic Examination Body.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

+ Fees and contributions: 189.80 € / Semester

Living costs

Heidelberg

Germany

922 - 1397 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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