Overview

The master’s thesis will be composed in the area of specialisation. Numerous cooperation agreements with extra universal institutions allow for a wide array of topics to choose from and a close connection to the local and regional Industry.

Career opportunities

The M.Sc. Physics from Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a challenging programme, but a fulfilling and fascinating one. There are various and excellent career perspectives in Industry and Research, such as:

Research and development divisions in regional and interregional companies

Research Institutes and Universities

IT/Software development

Energy sector

Insurance and Banking

Corporate Consulting

Patent system

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Lens design
Laser physics
Optical modeling
Gravitational waves
Numerical relativity
Neutron stars
Planetary systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jena, 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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95

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Other requirements

General requirements

Registration form

CV

Motivation letter

University entrance qualification certificate

Previous university degrees earned

Detailed transcript of records

Proof of relevant work experience

Proof of subject-specific practical experience

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

In Jena, there are no tuition fees (unless they have studied for a very long time in Germany already). Semester contribution - €305,05

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

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