Physics
... looks into questions such as ...
- What are dark matter and dark energy?
- Which are the components our matter consists of?
- How do galaxies evolve?
- What characterises a good physics teacher?
- How can an embryo be made visible by ultrasound?
Degree programmes
Physics, Master 1 subject
Profile
| Degree: | Master of Science |
| Start: | Winter- and summer semester |
| Duration: | 4 semesters |
| Classroom language: | English |
What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
we are “Human – Multi-Faceted – Research-Driven”: our degree programme offers advanced scientific training in a specialist field of physics.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields
- Astronomy & astrophysics
- Biophysics
- Solid-state physics and material science
- Nuclear & particle physics
- Plasma physics
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
... have:
substantial understanding of experimental physics, theoretical physics and mathematics (acquired in the B.Sc. degree course in Physics)
... enjoy:
researching unsolved physical issues and working in a team
... struggle through:
challenging and tedious tasks, e.g. elaborate installations in experimental physics or time-consuming programming in theoretical physics
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
- Bachelor of Science in Physics (direct access)
- Bachelor of Arts in Physics (with conditions if applicable)
- Graduates of Bachelor's programmes in natural sciences, mathematics and engineering (with conditions if applicable)
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
- in research and academia
- in academic and scientific fields
- as corporate consultants
- as science journalists
- as patent attorneys
And else?
An internship ...
is optional.
Studying abroad ...
is recommended. It is done in the 5th semester.
Duration: 1 semester
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office
Dr. Ivonne Möller
Building, Room: NB 02/172
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-29105
Email: ivonne.moeller@physik.rub.de
Website academic advisory office
Contact students
Fachschaft Physik
Building, Room: NB 02/174
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-23991
Email: fachschaft@physik.rub.de
Website Fachschaft
Internet