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Study Optical Technologies in Germany: 9 Universities with 10 English Degree Programs
All important info for international students in Germany (2023/2024)
Getting a Master’s degree in Optical Technologies in Germany is a unique opportunity to advance your career. Graduates of this field are well prepared to start their career in Germany or abroad as the graduate curriculum often includes a mandatory internship and holds close corporations with industry partners. Companies based in Germany, such as Bosch or VW, have a high demand for experts in Optical Technologies.
Furthermore, Germany’s research landscape in this field is highly developed and internationally renowned. Students looking to pursue a career in academia will find excellent opportunities to do so, for example at the Max Planck School of Photonics.
There is a small number of English-taught Master degrees in Optical Technologies. Browse your options in the StudyFinder!
Overview
Study Programs in English
Universities
Universities in International Rankings
Minimum:
€ 0 (8 programs for EU citizens, 6 programs for Non-EU citizens)
Maximum:
€ 6,840 per semester (1 program for EU citizens/Non-EU)
Winter Semester
between April 15 and September 15
Summer Semester
between May 30 and September 15
Top-ranked German Universities in Optical Technologies

public Technical University
No. of Students: approx. 22,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 - € 1,500 (per semester)

public University
No. of Students: approx. 38,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)

public University
No. of Students: approx. 17,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
Tuition Fees
3 English Degree Programs for Optical Technologies in Germany

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Physics

(per semester)

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Photonics
(per semester)

Leibniz Universität Hannover
Hannover
Optical Technologies

(per semester)
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2023/2024
Summer Semester 2023
Winter Semester 2024/2025
9 programs
1 programs
10 programs
Application Requirements
Master’s degrees in Optical Technologies typically admit students who have an academic degree in the Natural Sciences, such as Physics, Chemistry or Biology; Engineering Sciences are also relevant such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science. Advanced knowledge in Mathematics is often required. For most programs, entrance tests or interviews are not part of the admission process, students must simply submit required documents (first degree certificate and a transcript of records). These typically include your CV, a letter of motivation and sometimes letters of reference. Additionally, you will have to prove your English language abilities with a language certificate.
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3 English Degree Programs for Optical Technologies in Germany

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Physics

(per semester)

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Photonics
(per semester)

Leibniz Universität Hannover
Hannover
Optical Technologies

(per semester)
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
5 (1 program )
72 (2 programs )
B2 First (FCE) (2 programs )
7 (2 programs )
95 (2 programs )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (1 program )
IELTS Band
5 (1 program )
7 (2 programs )
TOEFL Scores
72 (2 programs )
95 (2 programs )
Cambridge Levels
B2 First (FCE) (2 programs )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (1 program )
3 English Degree Programs for Optical Technologies in Germany

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Physics

(per semester)

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Photonics
(per semester)

Leibniz Universität Hannover
Hannover
Optical Technologies

(per semester)
Program Features
3-4 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online CoursesMaster of Arts
Master of Engineering
Master of Science
Winter intake
40%Summer intake
0%Winter & Summer intake
60%List of all German Universities offering English-taught Study Programs in Optical Technologies

Program Fees: € 0 - € 1,500
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)

Brand University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: € 5,340 - € 6,840
M.A. (Master of Arts)

Program Fees: € 3,900
M.Eng. (Master of Engineering)
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering)

Program Fees: € 0
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
M.A. (Master of Arts)
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Program Fees: € 0
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
M.A. (Master of Arts)
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