
Overview
Course Details
University | LMU – Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München |
Program Name | Physics |
Degree | M.Sc. (Master of Science) |
Subjects | Physics, Gravity, Astronomy, Theoretical, Particles, and Fields, Physics |
ECTS | 120 |
Language | English |
Application Deadlines | Winter semester: 15 Jul; Summer semester: 15 Feb |
Duration | 2 Years (starting: Both semesters) |
Tuition Fees | Free |
Qualification Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in physics or in another mathematical/scientific field |
Language Requirements | Cambridge min B2 First (FCE), IELTS min 5, TOEFL CBT min 227, TOEFL iBT min 87, TOEFL pBT min 570 |
Application Procedure | Directly at the University |
Application Fee | None |
Admission Documents
- Personal Data Sheet (Curriculum Vitae): A comprehensive CV detailing your personal and professional background.
- First-Degree Certificate: A copy of your initial professionally qualifying university degree certificate. If you have not yet received your first-degree certificate, please include a current transcript of records.
- Motivational Essay (Maximum 1,000 Words): This essay should be in either German or English. It must explain your interest in and suitability for the intended Master’s program. It should include a detailed account of your academic achievements during your first-degree studies. Relevant details might include:
- GRE Scores (for Non-EU Applicants): Applicants who completed their first-degree outside the European Union must provide Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores in physics or mathematics as evidence of their expertise.
- Completed Questionnaire: A questionnaire provided by the institution, to be filled out as part of the application process.
Career opportunities
- Research and Development: Working in industrial or government research labs, focusing on areas like materials science, renewable energy, or aerospace technology.
- Academia: Pursuing a career in teaching and research at universities or colleges, potentially leading to a Ph.D. and a position as a university professor or researcher.
- Technology and Engineering: Roles in technology firms or engineering companies, applying physics principles to develop new products, electronic devices, or software.
- Finance and Data Analysis: Utilizing strong analytical skills in the finance sector, for roles in quantitative analysis, risk management, or algorithmic trading.
- Public Sector and Policy: Working in governmental organizations or NGOs, applying physics knowledge to inform policy decisions, especially in areas like energy policy or environmental conservation.