Overview

The Photonics program from Friedrich Schiller University Jena schedule ranges from fundamental scientific subjects to application-oriented photonics engineering aspects. The program 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 program receive dedicated tutorial support and are trained for leading positions in industry and academia. Moreover, graduating the M.Sc. Photonics program is the most direct way to enter our prestigious doctoral (PhD) program 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 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Jena, Germany

Disciplines

Materials Science Physics Natural Sciences View 16 other Masters in Natural Sciences 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

IELTS

6.5

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85

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General requirements

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech.) degree comprising significant exposure to physics fundamentals, or an equivalent or higher degree in the same areas. A strong background either in classical physics, mathematics and/or electrodynamic theory is advantageous.
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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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

While our students do not have to pay any tuition fees, a semester contribution of €272,65 must be paid

Living costs for Jena

730 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

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 entire two-year Master's degree program. 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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