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Physik (M.Sc.)/ Physics (Master of Science)

Program: Physik / Physics
Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Program length: 1 years / 2 semesters
Start: winter and summer semester

The Master thesis is an independent, scientific research work, which requires planning, dedication and teamwork of candidates, as well as a certain tolerance for handling obstacles and unexpected problems. The research activity primarily takes place in work groups (WG) at the department. An orientation phase serves for getting to know these WGs. However, the opportunity is also provided to perform research in external research groups and possibly at companies, naturally in coordination with the department.

Major topics

Candidates are free to choose their field of work, in accordance with the opportunities. Typically, a WG is found independently and a topic is chosen in consultation with the advisors. A selection can be made from a broad range:

  • Research activities at the department (astrophysics, biophysics and neurophysics, experimental and theoretical semiconductor physics, physics of complex systems, molecular solid bodies, surface physics, structural and technological research, particle physics)
  • Research associations and institutions (Scientific Centre for Material Sciences, special research division (SFB) 1083 Structure and dynamics of internal interfaces, SFB/TRR 135 Cardial mechanisms of perception, post graduate programs, Functionalization of semiconductors and The Brain in Action, LOEWE Center Synmikro, researcher groups and study focus and joint projects.

Objectives

The Master's program in Physics prepares students for independent work as physicists in business, industry, scientific research institutes and public administration, as well as for a continuing doctorate program. Experience has shown that the professional fields of a physicist are very broadly diversified and therefore frequently range far into related scientific and other disciplines.