Overview

Physics provides research-orientated training in highly successful research fields at the Department of Physics in Erlangen.

The high-level program further explores and expands on the main topics and skills developed in the Bachelor’s degree program. The degree program consists of advanced modules and projects, a seminar, advanced lab courses, elective modules, and a research term ending with the Master’s thesis.

Accreditation

Officially accredited/recognized by the Bayerisches Staatsministerium für Bildung und Kultus, Wissenschaft und Kunst (English: Bavarian State Ministry of Education and Culture, Science and Art), Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is a very large (enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Astrophysics and astroparticle physics
Condensed matter physics
Optical sciences
Physics in life sciences
Quantum technologies
Theoretical physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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80

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Erlangen, Germany

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

To enter the Master’s degree program in Physics, applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Materials Physics, or a closely related study program with a final mark of at least “good” (2.5 according to the German grade system). The B.Sc. must have also covered theoretical aspects of Physics or Materials Physics. Additionally, all applicants have to prove adequate proficiency in English. The required English language level is B2 (vantage/upper intermediate) (CEFR) or an equivalent score in another internationally recognized test.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

FAU has no tuition fees, but students must pay a €72 semester contribution to stay enrolled.

Living costs

Erlangen

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

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

Funding

https://www.fau.eu/education/student-life/financing-your-studies/

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English requirements

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