International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) on Astrophysics at LMU Munich

The International Max Planck Research School on Astrophysics is a graduate school that offers a PhD programme in Physics, Astrophysics, and Astrochemistry. Open for students from all countries worldwide, the school intends to attract highly qualified and motivated young scientists aiming for a graduate degree in Physics and Astronomy. Outstanding research facilities and training programmes as well as grants for all PhD students provide a unique environment for participants. Together, we form one of the largest centres of astrophysical research in the world, covering every subject from planets, stars, galaxies and cosmology to the development of scientific instruments and detectors. Access to the world's largest telescopes and a stimulating scientific environment provide our students with the ideal conditions for their PhD research.

Academic requirements

Outstanding students with an excellent Bachelor’s degree (i.e., a Bachelor’s degree with “very good” results or proven placement among the top 10% in their class) can be granted direct admission to doctoral studies by the LMU Munich. Before starting the doctoral project, however, one must first acquire 60 ECTS points from one of the Master’s programmes of the Faculty of Physics for further qualification.

Minimum GPA

The Master's degree must have a final grade of at least "good" (2.5) according to the German system.