Overview

The Photonics programme from Friedrich Schiller University Jena schedule ranges from fundamental scientific subjects to application-oriented photonics engineering aspects. The programme is designed to incorporate students of different backgrounds and nationalities and aims to provide them with a solid knowledge of optics and photonics, both for scientific research and for its technological applications in industry. All lectures, courses and modules are taught completely in English.

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Students enrolled in the two-year programme receive dedicated tutorial support and are trained for leading positions in industry and academia. Moreover, graduating the M.Sc. Photonics programme is the most direct way to enter our prestigious doctoral (PhD) programme afterwards.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Light microscopy

Optical properties of solids in external fields

High-intensity and relativistic optics

Graphene: electronic and optical properties

Experimental quantum technology

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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March 1 (2nd priority deadline for all applicants)

April 15 (3rd)

June 15 (deadline for EU applicants)

August 31 (German applicants & valid residence permit)

Application period starts in December 2025 until April 2026/June 2026

Language

English

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85

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Jena, Germany

Disciplines

Physics Natural Sciences Nanoscience and Nanotechnology View 93 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

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85

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6.5

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General requirements

Applicants for the M.Sc. Photonics must have obtained or be about to obtain a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications in physics, natural sciences, or engineering. The final acceptance decision is made by the Abbe School of Photonics evaluation committee. Note: you do not need to be skilled in the German language. The entire M.Sc. Photonics program is taught in English.
A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) of one or two pages in length. (Please list all stages of your education chronologically, starting with your high school graduation or equivalent. You should also give a clear statement as to your current status and/or occupation including potential information on (un-)employment or parental leave.
A letter of motivation (500 words maximum and to be typed)
A copy of your passport
Your high school (secondary school) leaving certificate with marks
A transcript of records with marks

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

While our students do not have to pay any tuition fees, a semester contribution of €305,05 must be paid

Living costs

Jena

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

Students at the Abbe School of Photonics can apply for one of our scholarships during the regular application procedure. These scholarships are based on criteria of academic excellence and are granted for 12 months, thus covering the first year. We offer scholarships that comprise a stipend of currently up to 992 Euro per month and additional German language courses. Approximately 10 scholarships are available per year.

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