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University of Cologne
Cologne
Physics
Subjects: Physics
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Building on the foundation of the bachelor program, the Master of Science in Physics at Cologne is a two-year journey. In the first year, students tackle a curriculum filled with mandatory courses while selecting their major and minor subjects from a wide array of active research areas within the Cologne physics faculty. This selection process is guided by lecture courses and early-research programs, helping students hone complex problem-solving skills essential for interdisciplinary research in fields like biology, chemistry, or mathematics. The second year is pivotal, featuring research modules that lead to the submission of a Master thesis. This hands-on research experience is central to the program's training strategy. With a strong emphasis on research, the Cologne Master of Science in Physics program is designed to prepare students for a PhD program, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed for advanced academic and professional pursuits.
Program Information
| Study Location | Cologne |
| Start Semester | Summer, Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 305 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | 80 |
English language skills (TOFEL IbT 80, IELTS 6.5)
Qualification Requirements
It is an access requirement for the master's programme, including for applications for admission to a higher semester, to possess a previous professionally qualifying degree [berufsqualifizierender Abschluss] in a bachelor's programme with a duration of at least six semesters in which at least 180 credit points were acquired, or to have successfully completed a relevant and equivalent course of study
Document Requirements
School leaving certificate/proof of having passed a university entrance exam Degree certificate (if already available), if not, please upload a preliminary degree overview Overview of subjects and grades (transcript of records) University grading system an officially certified translation if the original documents were not issued in German or English Language Applicants from China, India and Vietnam are required to also submit a current APS certificate.Officially certified translations of educational certificates (if these are not available in German or English) Preliminary examination documentation (VPD) from uni-assist (You can find more information about applying for the VPD on the International Office website .) Additionally, please submit the following documents: Motivation letter CV
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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