Physics Mainz University
Overview and admission
Study Type
graduate
Admission semester
Summer and Winter Semester
Area of study
- Experimental Physics
- Physics
- Theoretical Physics
Focus
Experimental Physics, Theoretical Physics, Quantum Physics, Physics of Condensed Matter, Atmospheric Physics (Meteorology), Particle and Hadron Physics, Particle Physics, Astroparticle Physics
Target group
The consecutive Master's course is a scientific course of study leading to an additional professionally qualifying degree based on the first professionally qualifying degree. It aims to convey in-depth scientific knowledge in the field of meteorology. The aim of the Master's degree course in Physics is to expand on training in Experimental and Theoretical Physics and for students to specialise in a sub-area of Physics related to research.
Annotation
If the Bachelor degree certificate is not available by the application deadline, but at least 135 credit points can be demonstrated: Submit a certificate of study and examinations and the average grade achieved so far. (This certificate must be issued by the relevant higher education, original or officially authenticated copy). After enrolment, the diploma must be submitted. If the degree was obtained abroad: officially authenticated copy of a certificate of recognition (responsible: Student Service - Admission International).
Admission requirements
(1) Applicants to the Master's in Physics will be admitted who have the required educational background. This requires proof of a Bachelor's degree in physics with a grade of at least 2.5 or an equivalent degree from a university in Germany or another country. In addition, we expect applicants to have equivalent credits in the following areas of the Bachelor’s in Physics at JGU Mainz. These credentials must comprise at least: 30 credit points in the module area Experimental Physics, 19 credit points in the module area Internships, 25 credit points in the module area Theoretical Physics, 23 credit points in the module area Advanced Mathematics and Calculation Methods, 9 credit points for the written Bachelor thesis. Please refer to the website for additional admissions requirements.
Lecture period
- 14.04.2025 - 19.07.2025
- 27.10.2025 - 14.02.2026
Application deadlines
Summer semester (2025)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
01.10.2024 - 11.04.2025
Bachelor graduates of JGU Mainz must submit their application to the Student Services by the last working day before the start of lectures. For external applicants: If you apply outside the regular application deadlines for Master's degree courses with open admission (01.10 - 01.03) apply for this Master's degree programme, you must clarify with the relevant subject student advice office whether participation in courses of the current semester is still possible.Deadlines for International Students from the European Union
01.10.2024 - 11.04.2025
Applicants who gained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Service (www.uni-mainz.de/incoming). The application for recognition should be submitted six to eight weeks before the respective application deadline, as the certificate of recognition must be enclosed with the application.Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students
01.10.2024 - 11.04.2025
Bachelor graduates of JGU Mainz must submit their application to the Student Services by the last working day before the start of lectures. For external applicants: If you apply outside the regular application deadlines for Master's degree courses with open admission (01.10 - 01.03) apply for this Master's degree programme, you must clarify with the relevant subject student advice office whether participation in courses of the current semester is still possible.Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union
01.10.2024 - 11.04.2025
Applicants who gained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Service (www.uni-mainz.de/incoming). The application for recognition should be submitted six to eight weeks before the respective application deadline, as the certificate of recognition must be enclosed with the application.
Winter semester (2025/2026)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
01.01.2025 - 24.10.2025
Bachelor's graduates of JGU Mainz must submit their application to the Student Services by the last working day before the start of lectures. For external applicants: If you apply outside the regular application deadlines for Master's degree courses with open admission (01.04. - 01.09.) apply for this Master's degree programme, you must clarify with the relevant subject student advice office whether participation in courses of the current semester is still possible.Deadlines for International Students from the European Union
01.01.2025 - 24.10.2025
Applicants who gained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (https://www.studium.uni-mainz.de/meine-bewerbung/bewerbung-international/anerkennung/). The request for recognition should be submitted six to eight weeks before the respective application deadline, as the certificate of recognition must be enclosed with the application.Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students
01.01.2025 - 24.10.2025
Bachelor's graduates of JGU Mainz must submit their application to the Student Services by the last working day before the start of lectures. For external applicants: If you apply outside the regular application deadlines for Master's degree courses with open admission (01.04. - 01.09.) apply for this Master's degree programme, you must clarify with the relevant subject student advice office whether participation in courses of the current semester is still possible.Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union
01.01.2025 - 24.10.2025
Applicants who gained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (https://www.studium.uni-mainz.de/meine-bewerbung/bewerbung-international/anerkennung/). The request for recognition should be submitted six to eight weeks before the respective application deadline, as the certificate of recognition must be enclosed with the application.
Languages of instruction
Main language
English