Physics Mainz University
- Degree
- Master of Science
- Standard period of study (amount)
- 4 semesters
- Location
- Mainz
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).
Area of study
- Partner institution: Università di Pisa (UNIPI) in Italian Republic (International degree: )
- Partner institution: Universitat de València (UV) in Kingdom of Spain (International degree: Master's Degree in Advanced Physics)
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
- Summer semester 2027: 12.04.2027 - 10.07.2027End of lectures in Medicine and Dentistry at 17.07.2027
- Winter semester 2027/2028: 18.10.2027 - 12.02.2028End of lectures in Medicine and Dentistry: 06.02.2027
Application deadlines
Summer semester (2027)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
09.11.2026 - 01.03.2027
IMPORTANT: Due to a change in the applicant and student administration system, the application periods for Master’s degree programmes for the 2027 summer semester will be postponed on a one-off basis. For Master´s degree programmes with an aptitude test, the application deadline already ends on 15.11. Please also note the earlier registration deadlines for the aptitude test in the respective subjects.Deadlines for International Students from the European Union
09.11.2026 - 01.03.2027
IMPORTANT: Due to a change in the applicant and student administration system, the application periods for Master’s degree programmes for the 2027 summer semester will be postponed on a one-off basis. Those who have obtained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (www.studium.uni-mainz.de/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
09.11.2026 - 01.03.2027
IMPORTANT: Due to a change in the applicant and student administration system, the application periods for Master’s degree programmes for the 2027 summer semester will be postponed on a one-off basis.Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union
09.11.2026 - 01.03.2027
IMPORTANT: Due to a change in the applicant and student administration system, the application periods for Master’s degree programmes for the 2027 summer semester will be postponed on a one-off basis. Those who have obtained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (www.uni-mainz.de/incoming). 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.
Winter semester (2027/2028)
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants
01.04.2027 - 01.09.2027
Application deadline for degree courses subject to an aptitude test is 15.07. of the respective year. Please also note the even earlier registration deadlines for the aptitude test in the respective subjects.Deadlines for International Students from the European Union
01.04.2027 - 01.09.2027
Those who have obtained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (https://www.studium.uni-mainz.de/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
01.04.2027 - 01.09.2027
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
01.04.2027 - 01.09.2027
Those who have obtained their higher education entrance qualification abroad should have their certificates recognised early on via the Student Services (https://www.studium.uni-mainz.de/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