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Physics/IPSP M.Sc.

Leipzig University Leipzig

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  • 31 Dec
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About the programme

The International Physics Studies Program (IPSP) is a research-focused, English-language Master of Science in physics at Leipzig University. It lasts two semesters with 60 credits and is meant for students who already hold a 240-credit bachelor's degree in physics, or a related degree accepted by the faculty. You gain advanced knowledge in the main fields of physics and specialise through physics electives, for example in soft-matter or solid-state physics, theoretical and mathematical physics, or applied physics, with modules from several Leipzig physics institutes and the Leibniz Institute of Surface Modification. A 15-credit specialisation phase is followed by a 45-credit research phase with a research internship and a 23-week master's thesis. You can start in the winter or summer semester.

Fields of study

Physics(Natural Sciences)
General Engineering(Engineering)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Physics/IPSP M.Sc. at Leipzig University

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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English language B2 level required

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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required

240

Not required

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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Normal 2 page SOP


Required


Optional


Not required

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Two-year version (MSc Physics):

Bachelor's degree in physics with 180 ECTS points

sound knowledge of experimental physics and theoretical physics

One-year version (MSc IPSP):

Bachelor's degree in physics with 240 ECTS points

experimental physics: courses in solid state physics and soft matter of at least 5 ECTS each

theoretical physics: courses in quantum mechanics and statistical physics of at least 5 ECTS each

The program is divided into the one-year specialization phase, in which elective modules must be taken and elective modules can be taken, and a one-year research phase, in which a field of research is prepared within the two compulsory modules and the master's thesis is written on this basis. The courses are held in English.

The application procedure is described here: .

A certified knowledge of German is not required.

  • A completed bachelor’s degree in physics with a total of 240 ECTS credit points.
  • If the applicant has successfully completed a degree programme in a subject other than physics, the admission commission of the faculty decides on admission to the master's course International Physics Studies Program (IPSP). Admission is possible if the previous degree is related or similar in content to the Physics degree programme.
  • Sound knowledge in experimental physics in the subject areas “Solid State Physics” and “Soft Matter Physics” as well as in theoretical physics in the subject areas “Quantum Mechanics” and “Statistical Physics” with a minimum of five credit points each.
  • Knowledge of English at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (or equivalent).

The faculty will check whether the above requirements have been met and then issue an official notification. This serves as proof that the candidate meets the relevant admission requirements.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Physics/IPSP M.Sc.

Programme-specific documents

Applications generally include the following documents:

Secondary school leaving certificate, including subject grades (e. g. Baccalaureate, School Leaving Certificate, A Levels)

Evidence of all completed degrees (e. g. bachelor’s, Diplom)

Official Transcript of Records detailing all past academic achievements

If you have not yet graduated: confirmation that you have completed all examinations

Proof of the grading system used at your previous university

Certificate of language proficiency

CV

in German or English

Applications from China or Vietnam:

certificate from the competent Akademische Prüfstelle (APS) – please refer to the APS webpage for the currently applicable terms and conditions: APS China, APS India, APS Vietnam

If applicable: proof of having passed the aptitude test (EFP) or the evaluation of subject-specific admission requirements (FZV)

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Physics/IPSP M.Sc. at Leipzig University

Application procedure

The application is an online application via uni-assist. Details are provided on the university website: Application Procedure.

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Selection process

Most master’s programmes additionally require an aptitude test (Eignungsfeststellungsprüfung, EFP) or an evaluation of subject-specific admission requirements (fachliche Zugangsvoraussetzungen, FZV). This assessment takes the form of certificate checks, work samples or personal interviews at th

Application quick facts

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

International Centre

Goethestraße 3–5

04109 Leipzig

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

312.3 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,528 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

No fees

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 2 total applications

Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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