Physics (PhD)

Structured doctoral programme in Physics combining dissertation research with study elements, transferable-skills training, early research planning, and supervision by a thesis committee.

Academic requirements

1. Academic admission requirements include an excellent Master's degree in physics, mathematics, or other natural sciences. 2. Acceptance by an authorised supervisor.

Minimum GPA

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

English requirements

Applicants who need English-language proof must provide English at CEFR C1 by an internationally recognised test, unless they completed the qualifying master's degree in English.

Accepted bachelor fields

A master's degree in Physics or an equivalent degree. The faculty states that applicants should contact a professor in the desired field before applying and need a supervision commitment to start the formal admission procedure.

APS Certificate

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

EUR 436.36 per semester (Winter Semester 2025/2026 standard semester fee).

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: EUR 436.36 per semester (Winter Semester 2025/2026 standard semester fee).

The official physics doctoral page states that the programme accompanies researchers up to and including preparation for the next career steps within and outside academia.

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