M.Sc. Physics
University of Stuttgart Stuttgart
- Up to 1,500 EUR/semTuition
- Winter intakeIntake
- EnglishLanguage
- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 FebNext deadline
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About the programme
The Master's in Physics at the University of Stuttgart is a four-semester programme for people who want to solve very complex research and development tasks and take on leadership roles. You learn analytical skills, strategic thinking and how to do independent scientific work. Compared with a Bachelor's, your knowledge of classical and modern physics expands considerably, so you can gain in-depth knowledge of solid state, materials and quantum physics. It suits you if you are interested in the natural sciences, have a talent for mathematics, can work independently, enjoy experimenting and are comfortable with computers. The page lists German and English as the languages required.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Physics at University of Stuttgart
English language
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
1.a) a Bachelor's degree of at least six semesters (or equivalent) in physics or a closely related subject with qualifying examination results from a German university or equivalent institution of higher education, university of applied sciences or university of applied sciences, cooperative education institution or university of cooperative education, the qualification of which is equivalent to a university of applied sciences degree,
or
1.b) has obtained an equivalent degree in this subject with qualifying examination results from a foreign university.
as well as
2. In completing their degree under no. 1a) or b), they have acquired knowledge and skills equivalent in scope and complexity to those of the Bachelor's program in Physics and meet the academic requirements for the Master's program in Physics. The module catalog for the Bachelor's program in Physics will be used to determine these skills.
The Admissions Committee decides on equivalence. The provisions of the Bachelor's Examination Regulations regarding the recognition of coursework and examination achievements from other degree programs must be taken into account accordingly.
as well as
3. has demonstrated sufficient English language skills for the course of study. This is usually demonstrated by a TOEFL test with at least 80 points (internet-based test) or an equivalent certificate.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Physics
Programme-specific documents
You can upload the following documents directly in the application portal:
Certificate of higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), which entitles the holder to study at a university in the respective home country, including the corresponding list of individual grades
Certificates or diplomas of university entrance examinations passed abroad, including the corresponding list of individual grades, if a university entrance examination is required in your home country
if available: all acquired higher education and university certificates (e.g. from colleges or academies), including the corresponding list of individual grades or proof of university examinations already passed
Proof of the required German language skills
Possibly additional documents that you will be asked for automatically
Country-specific documents : Applicants with educational certificates from the following countries must also upload the following documents:
India: Certificate of the Academic Testing Center (APS) at the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Additionally for applications to Master’s programs:
Performance overview with grade point average
Bachelor's certificate if you have completed your Bachelor's degree and have already received the certificate
Depending on the subject, there may be supplementary applications that you should definitely include with your application. You can find these on the page Selection Criteria and Admission Regulations for Master's Programs.
Description of the course content of your completed Bachelor's degree program
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application fee
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70569 Stuttgart
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Costs
Tuition
Up to 1,500 EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
200 EUR
per semester
Application fee
Free
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,304 – 15,302 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
1500 EUR
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