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Phуsiсs
(Starting: Both Semesters)
- Starting
- Both Semesters
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at university
- Study Mode:
- On campus
Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program
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Course of Study: M.Sc. Physics
Course Description
RWTH Aachen’s M.Sc. Physics program is a research-oriented, English-taught degree designed for students seeking advanced expertise in modern physics. It combines theoretical depth with hands-on lab and research experience across key physics disciplines.
The program targets highly motivated graduates with a strong background in physics or related sciences. It is ideal for those aiming to pursue a Ph.D. or a research-driven career in academia or industry, and who seek in-depth training in theoretical, experimental, and interdisciplinary physics.
Special Program Features
Year-Long Individual Research Project
In the second year, each student joins a research group and conducts an independent research project, culminating in a Master’s thesis—ideal preparation for Ph.D. studies.
Study, Exchange & Internship Opportunities through DigiQ
DigiQ is an EU-funded initiative that offers students access to innovative quantum courses, internships, and exchange programs across Europe. Through DigiQ, students can join networks of researchers and peers, enhancing their expertise and international collaboration in quantum technology. → More Info
Embedded in Cluster of Excellence
The program is part of the ML4Q Cluster of Excellence and benefits from partnerships with top institutes like Forschungszentrum Jülich and the Universities of Cologne and Bonn. → More Info
Shaping the Future of Physics
Researchers from RWTH Aachen University collaborate with international colleagues in the CMS experiment at CERN’s LHC collider. Supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research through a Research Priority Program (FSP), this initiative also allows RWTH students to engage in cutting-edge particle physics research—such as through their Master’s thesis projects. → More Info
AI-Powered Physics
The program includes elements of computational physics, machine learning, and data science—such as lectures on numerical methods, programming, and AI applications in physics. AI techniques are increasingly used for data processing and simulation in areas like high-energy physics, condensed matter, and quantum systems. Students can join research groups applying machine learning to specific scientific questions.
Accreditations
AAQ
AAQ
The Swiss Agency for Accreditation and Quality Assurance (AAQ) ensures and promotes the quality of teaching and research at universities. It is independent, works with internationally recognized methods, and draws on the knowledge and experience of renowned experts.
System Accreditation
System Accreditation
System accreditation is the internal quality assurance system of a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany. With system accreditation, a higher education institution receives the right to award the seal of the Accreditation Council for its self-assessed study programs.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "Phуsiсs" are:
Applicants for the program must show their professional qualification by having acquired
- Courses in the amount of at least 17 ECTS credits in accordance with the modules "Experimental Physics IV (Atoms , Molecules and Nuclei)", " Experimental Physics Va (Solid State Physics)" and "Experimental Physics Vb (Particles and Astrophysics)" of the Bachelor's program in physics of RWTH Aachen University.
- Courses in the amount of at least 16 ECTS credits in accordance with the modules "Theoretical Physics II (Quantum Theory)" and " Theoretical Physics III (Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics)" of the Bachelor's program in physics of RWTH Aachen University.
- Courses in the amount of at least 9 ECTS credits in accordance with the module "Advanced Laboratory Course" of the Bachelor's program in physics of RWTH Aachen University.
Content and learning outcome of the courses must be comparable to those of the Bachelor's program Physics at RWTH Aachen Universitу .
English Language Proficienсу → Language Requirementsat least B2 (CΕFR)
Only applies to graduates with degrees from countries outside the EU/EEА.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishSpecification: With a grade of at least B.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester | Summer Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Januaryin > 7 months | 15 Januaryin > 7 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university | Directly at university |
Application Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
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of first university-level degreе
only applies to applicants whose native language is not German and whose degree was not completed at an institution where the language of instruction is Εnglish
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