Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy: MSc in Physics (Cologne)
University of Cologne Cologne
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- 15 JanNext deadline
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About the programme
The Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy (BCGS) is a joint programme of the universities of Bonn and Cologne that takes students with a Bachelor's in physics or a related subject to a Master's degree, and the most successful students then move on to a PhD. M.Sc. programmes are offered in physics and in astrophysics. BCGS provides mentoring, research internships, travel funds and a limited number of competitive scholarships open to applicants from Germany, the EU and beyond. Research across the two physics departments spans astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, particle physics, quantum optics and string theory, and the departments lead three Clusters of Excellence. The course is taught in English.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy: MSc in Physics (Cologne) at University of Cologne
English language
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Proof of English language proficiency: TOEFL (80 points, internet-based) or equivalent, e.g. IELTS (score 6.5), or an official document stating the language of instruction issued by the university of the candidate
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Tests and documents
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Furthermore, we require 2 recommendation letters. Once an application is submitted via our online application tool, corresponding referees will receive automatic e-mails with an upload link through which reference letters can be submitted. Please make sure that your referees provide these documents as pdf files within the deadline.
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in physics or equivalent in Physics (or related fields) is required. In particular, we require applicants to have successfully completed the following coursework
1. In experimental physics: Courses in atomic, molecular, solid-state,
nuclear, and / or particle physics corresponding to at least 15 Credit
Points in total, as well as
2. Lab courses corresponding to at least 15 Credit Points in total;
3. In theoretical physics: Courses in quantum mechanics and statistical physics corresponding to at least 15 Credit Points in total.
In case it is not evident from your transcript that you fulfill these criteria (e.g. due to additional coursework), please address this in your application.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy: MSc in Physics (Cologne)
Programme-specific documents
1. Statement of purpose
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Certificates / academic records and transcripts. Please be aware that
in case of acceptance you will need to provide the copies of all
degrees/academic records and transcripts, all certified by the
respective authorities.
4. Proof of English language proficiency: TOEFL (80 points, internet-based) or equivalent, e.g. IELTS (score 6.5), or an official document stating the language of instruction issued by the university of the candidate
5. Furthermore, we require 2 recommendation letters. Once an application is submitted via our online application tool, corresponding referees will receive automatic e-mails with an upload link through which reference letters can be submitted. Please make sure that your referees provide these documents as pdf files within the deadline.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
Uni assist link : https://ww2.uni-assist.de/online/Frontend/Login/index (opens in a new tab)
After you have submitted your application electronically, please send the signed printed copy of the application form together with authenticated copies of your application documents to the following address:
uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
GERMANY
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Application fee
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Costs
Tuition
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No tuition fees
Semester contribution
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per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
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