Photonics Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau

The four-semester Master's programme in Photonics provides in-depth knowledge and skills in photonics and related fields in an integrated form. Photonics is an interdisciplinary field of technology that aims to utilise light in science and technology, with a focus on the quantum nature of light (photons).

Areas of application include information and communication technology, laser material processing, medical technology, the semiconductor industry, life sciences, measurement and sensor technology, quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, aerospace, the automotive industry, mechanical and equipment engineering, and lighting and display systems.

The curriculum is divided into five different areas, each consisting of a different number of modules:

• Mathematical and Scientific Fundamentals consists of four modules (Structure of Matter, Mathematical Methods, Theoretical Principles of Photonics I and II).
• Engineering Fundamentals consists of five modules (Measurement Technology and Instrumentation, Microtechnologies, Technical Optics I, Laser Technology, and Optical Measurement and Analysis Methods).
• Subject-specific Specialisation consists of three modules (Technical Optics II, Laser Material Processing, Applied Photonics).
• Profile Development consists largely of currently six elective modules (choices include Optical Simulation in Practice, Bio- and Environmental Photonics, Optics and Photonics on Large Equipment, Ophthalmic Optics, Optical Communication Technology, Applied Quantum Optics, Modelling of Optical Systems, Optical Fibres, Semiconductor Detectors, research and development projects).
• Interdisciplinary Content consists of one module, as business and economics subjects have been combined into a single “Management” module.

The programme can be completed entirely in English. It is thus a perfect choice for international students who are interested in studying and possibly working in Germany or Europe. It is also ideal for German or European students who are preparing for an international career in the fields of information and communication technology, optoelectronics, materials processing, manufacturing technology, device technology, measurement technology, semiconductor industry, printing technologies, biotechnology and medical technology, environmental, sensor and microsystems technology, aerospace technology, or the automotive industry.

Technical University of Applied Sciences Brandenburg (TH Brandenburg)

For double degree options:
University Roma II "Tor Vergata", Italy

The admission requirement is a first professionally qualifying university degree worth at least 180 credit points (CP) in accordance with the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), which must demonstrate a subject-related focus. The aforementioned admission requirement is deemed to be fulfilled for accredited degree programmes in:

• Physical Technologies/Energy Systems
• Biosystems Engineering/Bioinformatics
• Automation Technology

at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau (TH Wildau);

• Optometry/Optical Device Technology at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Brandenburg (TH Brandenburg)
• Laser Science and Photonics at the Berlin Technical University of Applied Sciences (BHT Berlin)

A Bachelor's degree in related subjects is also welcome. In these cases, the degree programme director will decide on admission.

Graduates of degree programmes with a different focus must provide evidence of course content that is comparable to degree programmes in a related field. This evidence is provided if courses or modules in an adequate form and scope with at least 25 CP in the following subject areas have been successfully completed:

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Optics
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science

These CP must be composed of at least three of the mentioned subject areas. In cases of doubt, the degree programme director will decide on admission.

TH Wildau charges a contribution of approx. 350 EUR per semester. This includes a ticket for unlimited free public transport in the Berlin-Brandenburg region for the corresponding semester. Here you can find more details about the composition of the semester contribution in past semesters: https://en.th-wildau.de/study/studying-in-wildau-a-z/reregistration/.

Approximately 992 EUR per month to cover personal expenses (depending on accommodation)

The course schedule is designed as a full-time and part-time programme. Part-time employment is legally possible, but it is not recommended for international students.

TH Wildau's Career Service regularly organises job application trainings and organises an annual career fair (TH Connect).

Further information: Career Service - studying at TH Wildau

Finding suitable accommodation is an important part of your preparation for living and studying in Wildau. We strongly recommend to start looking for accommodation even before receiving your acceptance letter.

You can find an overview of the available options in Wildau and the surrounding area here:
https://en.th-wildau.de/study/prepare-your-stay/accommodation/.

Technische Hochschule Wildau – Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau (TH Wildau) is one of four universities of applied sciences in the state of Brandenburg. By combining the familiarity of a small compact campus with its proximity to the international metropolis of Berlin, TH Wildau offers the best of both worlds.

A modern campus university on Berlin's doorstep

The university opened its doors in 1991 with just 17 students in the mechanical engineering degree programme. Today there are around 3,400 students, ensuring that TH Wildau keeps its familiar atmosphere. On a modern campus with a direct rail connection to Berlin, aspiring academics enjoy an ideal environment for their studies in a range of disciplines covering the natural sciences, engineering, economics, law, business administration and management.

Practical and application-oriented

The practical orientation of the degree programmes is one of the distinctive characteristics of TH Wildau. Students can carry out practical exercises and experiments with top-quality laboratory and computer technology. An optimal study environment allows creativity and enthusiasm for research to flourish.

Close interaction between the university and the economy

Its potential for scientific innovation and development is what makes TH Wildau a desirable partner for innovative small and medium-sized businesses as well as large international firms. Collaborations include input into designing the curricula for the degree programmes, project work for students within the companies and joint research activities. This allows students to gain valuable practical experience in various fields even before they have completed their studies, thus making them an attractive choice for businesses when starting their careers.

Excellent international networking

An international and intercultural outlook shapes each working day at the university. Young people from over 80 countries around the world study at TH Wildau. About one in five students comes from abroad.

TH Wildau actively promotes international exchanges for students and researchers. It is for these reasons that the university cooperates with more than 75 partner universities around the world. TH Wildau has contacts through its traditional partnerships in Eastern and Southern Europe as well as through links to Asia, Latin America, the Arab world, and Africa. Students have a wide range of attractive options for spending a semester studying or working abroad, for learning foreign languages and interacting with other cultures.

A strong research university

TH Wildau has a strong research focus. In comparison to other small universities of applied sciences, it has done exceptionally well in obtaining third-party research funding. Academics are working in over 40 research groups dealing with the latest topics in applied and fundamental research. This has given the university its reputation as a centre of excellence in various scientific disciplines.

TH Wildau is located approximately 45 minutes south-east of the centre of Germany’s capital city, Berlin.

Green, interconnected campus

TH Wildau is a campus university. The teaching and administration buildings, dining room, and library are all located on an interconnected campus by the Wildau S-Bahn train station, with direct access to Berlin. This makes studying in Wildau exceptionally convenient.

Modern infrastructure with tradition

The campus is located on a historic industrial and manufacturing site. Where once locomotives were built in vast production halls, today people study, teach, and conduct research. Some of the teaching and laboratory facilities of TH Wildau are housed within these historic walls, while for others, new buildings have been constructed. This extraordinary mix of old and new continues to attract students and visitors with a passion for architecture.

Prize-winning university library

TH Wildau has a state-of-the-art library in an architecturally dazzling industrial production hall. In 2012, it was nominated "Library of the Year", and not without reason. With its wide range of forward-looking services, this cutting-edge library is setting new standards by developing novel technical solutions for library organisation. Last but not least, the library is open for student access 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.