Physics

Subjects: Physics

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

The Master's degree in physics equips you with essential skills for a future career as a physicist through a research-intensive and closely mentored study program. This international Master's program spans four semesters, totaling 120 credit points. It is structured into two main phases: the advanced studies phase in the first two semesters and the research phase in the final two semesters. During the advanced studies phase, you'll delve into applied, experimental, and theoretical subject areas. The content is aligned with the research priorities of the Institute of Physics and its partner institutions. Our primary focus is on materials research related to semiconductor devices and functional materials. This includes identifying and characterizing new materials for future silicon-based nanotechnologies, developing and investigating innovative semiconductor devices, such as integrated sensors, based on new physical concepts or materials, and conducting spectroscopic analysis of interfaces and nanostructures. Additionally, we explore concepts for integrating new devices into existing technology platforms, like developing integrated THz radiation sources, and address questions regarding technical reliability. These experimental and applied research topics are complemented by robust activities in theoretical physics, particularly in condensed matter theory and non-linear physics. At the Institute of Physics at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, we aim to provide a comprehensive

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

Applicants need a certificate of English proficiency as described in the language requirements. Only valid certificates will be recognized, "medium of instruction certificates" will not be accepted.

Qualification Requirements

Admissions Requirements Proof of a physics-related bachelor's degree, in particular a Bachelors of Physics. The course content of the Bachelor's degree is deemed sufficiently similar when the training in experimental physics and theoretical physics is equivalent to one of the bachelor's degrees in physics of the BTU. Applicants need a certificate of English proficiency as described in the language requirements. Only valid certificates will be recognized, "medium of instruction certificates" will not be accepted. For applicants with a German university entrance qualification (Abitur): Your certificate of higher education entrance qualification may also serve as sufficient proof.

Document Requirements

Copies of your certificates in the original language - and additionally in sworn translation in German or English). Depending on the type of degree and country of origin, additional certificates may also have to be submitted. Tip: Simply have a look here to see which certificates might have to be submitted additionally. Up-to-date curriculum vitae Copy of passport/official personal identification Copy of a valid resience permit for Germany, if available Proof of language skills English language study programmes: Proof of English language skills – applicants with a higher education entrance qualification from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Great Britain incl. Northern Ireland or the United States of America do not have to submit a separate proof of English language skills German language study programmes: Proof of German language skills - does not apply to applicants from countries where German is the first official language For changing universities within Germany Certificate of removal from the register of students (submit at the latest upon enrolment) and certificate of non-objection (proof of right to take examinations) Good to know: Submit all certificates in their entirety: include the diploma certificate as well as the overview of subjects and grades. You must not omit any parts of the certificate (such as a diploma supplement or single pages. Additionally for furthering education master study programmes Proof of at least one year of professional employment