MSc Physics

This international master's in physics lets students specialise flexibly in particle and astroparticle physics or condensed matter physics with theoretical or experimental emphasis. The programme combines advanced coursework with research-oriented master's thesis work in one of RWTH's physics institutes.

Academic requirements

GRE subject test physics or GRE general test

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

Accepted bachelor fields

The official page states applicants need a first recognized university degree through which the necessary educational background for the master's course can be proven. The necessary background is determined in the examination regulations.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

338.05 EUR total semester fee according to the official RWTH costs page for 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 338.05 EUR total semester fee according to the official RWTH costs page for 2026.

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