MSc Quantum Science and Technology

This all-English MSc provides multidisciplinary training in quantum science and emerging quantum technologies, including quantum mechanics, information, communication, computing, imaging, and sensing.

Academic requirements

Final acceptance decision made by the evaluation committee of the Abbe School of Photonics.

Minimum GPA

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

English requirements

The official application page accepts TOEFL 550 paper / 215 computer / 85 iBT, TOEIC 780, IELTS 6.5, Cambridge CAE or CPE, or a university statement confirming previous education in English. Exemptions are published for certain English-speaking-country qualifications and comparable English-medium study backgrounds.

German requirements

You do not need to be skilled in the German language.

Accepted bachelor fields

Suitable previous studies include physics, natural sciences, engineering, or a closely related field.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

Trained for leading positions in industry and academia; direct way to enter the prestigious doctoral (PhD) programme.

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