Laser Science & Technology study programs

Study Laser Science & Technology in Germany (2026/27)

Laser Science & Technology in Germany

Laser Science, also known as Laser Technology or Laser Physics, offers international students the chance to master the principles and applications of lasers within the broader field of optics, combining deep theoretical understanding with practical expertise. Rooted in quantum electronics, optical design, and the physics of light, this discipline underpins innovations across medicine, manufacturing, telecommunications, defense, and scientific research. Studying in Germany—home to global leaders in laser technology such as Trumpf, Zeiss, and Coherent—provides access to cutting-edge laboratories, advanced photonics research centers, and strong industry partnerships.

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Application Deadlines

Numerus Clausus

NC-Free

Best-ranked German Universities in Laser Science & Technology

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Natural SciencesPhysics & Astronomy

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

1 program

RWTH Aachen University

1 program

151-200

FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg

University of Stuttgart

1 program

251-300

Friedrich Schiller University Jena

3 programs

251-300

Leibniz Universität Hannover

3 programs

251-300

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Fees & Costs

German Students

Degree

Tuition Fee

Bachelor

No tuition fees

Master

No tuition fees

Disclaimer: You should use this text as a general guide, but it cannot serve as a guarantee. Keep in mind that there is no universal tuition fee that applies to all study programs and all student groups. Hence, we urge you to always individually double-check the specific fees of the specific study programs on their official websites.

Deadlines

Below are the most frequent application deadlines for Laser Science & Technology study programs in Germany.

Non-EU Students

Winter Semester

Summer Semester

	Admission-restricted courses	Admission-free courses
Master	15 May	31 May
Bachelor	No courses	15 July

Master

Admission-restricted courses

15 May

Admission-free courses

31 May

Bachelor

Admission-restricted courses

No courses

Admission-free courses

15 July

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Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.

Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).