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Study Theoretical Physics in Germany: 42 Universities with 56 English Degree Programs
All important info for international students in Germany (2024/2025)
Updated: 04-24-2024 | Reading Time: 3 minutes
While physics concerns exploring the mysteries of the universe and nature, the theoretical branch of this subject employs mathematical models and abstractions to rationalize, explain and predict natural phenomena – contrary to experimental physics, which uses practical tools to analyze these same questions. Students
Overview
56
Study Programs in English
42
Universities
36
Universities in International Rankings
Tuition Fees
Minimum:
€ 0 (55 programs for EU citizens, 45 programs for Non-EU citizens)
Maximum:
€ 10,000 per semester (1 program for EU citizens/Non-EU)
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester
between May 01 and April 15
Summer Semester
between May 15 and April 15
Top-ranked German Universities in Theoretical Physics
Top 100 Worldwide
Top 250 Worldwide
National Ranking
#32Times Higher Education Ranking
LMU - Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
public University
No. of Students: approx. 51,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #48, QS World University Rankings #64
#38Times Higher Education Ranking
Technical University of Munich
public Technical University
No. of Students: approx. 47,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
QS World University Rankings #50, Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #52
#42Times Higher Education Ranking
Heidelberg University
public University
No. of Students: approx. 28,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 - € 1,500 (per semester)
Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) #57, QS World University Rankings #63
#83Times Higher Education Ranking
Freie Universität Berlin
public University
No. of Students: approx. 38,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
QS World University Rankings #127
#84Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)
University of Bonn
public University
No. of Students: approx. 37,000 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)
Times Higher Education Ranking #112, QS World University Rankings #226
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Tuition Fees
3 English Degree Programs for Theoretical Physics in Germany
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Ulm University
Ulm
Phуsiсs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 15 May (Winter) - 15 Nov (Summer)
Free / € 1500
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Unique and Comprehensive Physics ProgramIn-Depth Learning and Skill DevelopmentEngaging and Multicultural Academic Life
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Freie Universität Berlin
Berlin
Phуsiсs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 15 Aug (Winter) - 15 Feb (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Master the fields of theoretical and experimental physicsAcquire a Double Degree in cooperation with the Institut Polytechnique de ParisStudy at the Freie Universität Berlin - a “University of Excellence”
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TU Darmstadt
Darmstadt
Phуsiсs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 Aug (Winter) - 01 Mar (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Level-up your expertise in PhysicsChoose specializationObtain a double degree
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2024/2025
Summer Semester 2024
Winter Semester 2025/2026
53 programs
1 programs
56 programs
Application Modes
Application Modes
0% national admission restriction (national NC)
25% local admission restriction (local NC)
5.4% no admission restriction, but ability test
62.5% no admission restriction
7.1% no information provided
Application Process
Application Process
60.7% directly at University
12.5% directly at University (incl. VPD from uni-assist)
32.1% via uni-assist
3 English Degree Programs for Theoretical Physics in Germany
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Leibniz Universität Hannover / Technische Universität Braunschweig
Hannover / Braunschweig
Quantum Enginееring
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May/15 Jul (Winter) - 30 Nov/15 Jan (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Phуsiсs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May/15 Sep (Winter) - 15 Jan (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Become an expert in physicsBe part of a renowned German universityForge your own scientific path
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University of Wuppertal
Wuppertal
Computer Simulation in Sciencе (СSiS)
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May, 15 Jun - 15 Sep (Winter)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
Minimum:
4.5 (1 program )
Minimum:
72 (6 programs )
Minimum:
B2 First (FCE) (11 programs )
Maximum:
7 (4 programs )
Maximum:
95 (5 programs )
Maximum:
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (8 programs )
IELTS Band
Minimum:
4.5 (1 program )
Maximum:
7 (4 programs )
TOEFL Scores
Minimum:
72 (6 programs )
Maximum:
95 (5 programs )
Cambridge Levels
Minimum:
B2 First (FCE) (11 programs )
Maximum:
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (8 programs )
3 English Degree Programs for Theoretical Physics in Germany
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Leibniz Universität Hannover
Hannover
Optical Technolοgiеs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May/15 Jul (Winter) - 30 Nov/15 Jan (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
A unique program to learn about engineering and physics of optical technologiesBe part of the modern “Cluster of Excellence” in HannoverComplete an advanced internship to get experience on industry related companies
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Paderborn University
Paderborn
Phуsiсs
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May/21 Sep (Winter) - 30 Nov/21 Mar (Summer)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
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Technische Universität Dresden
Dresden
Physics οf Lifе
Master of Science Application Deadlines: 31 May (Winter)
Free
Tuition Fees
(per semester)
(per semester)
2 Years
Duration
Program Features
2-8 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online Courses
Degree TypesMaster of Engineering
Master of Science
Bachelor of Engineering
Bachelor of Science
Beginning
Winter intake
32.1%Summer intake
0%Winter & Summer intake
71.4%List of all German Universities offering English-taught Study Programs in Theoretical Physics
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public University · No. of Students: 24,000
Program Fees: € 0
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg
public Technical University · No. of Students: 6,800
Program Fees: € 0
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
public University of Applied Sciences · No. of Students: 5,000
Program Fees: € 0
B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering)
private (state-approved) University · No. of Students: 1,500
Program Fees: € 10,000
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)
public University · No. of Students: 38,000
Program Fees: € 0
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
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