Physics (Applied and Engineering Physics)

Research-oriented English-language master's programme that emphasizes experimental applied and engineering physics and allows students to work in the full breadth of TUM physics research.

Academic requirements

attach to your application the description of the contents of the courses you have taken at your university.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published; admission is based on the aptitude assessment.

English requirements

Adequate knowledge of English is required. TUM-recognized language certificates are accepted.

German requirements

Bavarian State Government requires all international students to acquire at least a basic level of German during their studies. Therefore, applicants not providing proof of German language skills can only be granted admission on condition to complete one module providing integrative knowledge of the German language within the first two semesters of their studies.

Accepted bachelor fields

A qualified bachelor's degree in physics or another suitable subject area, or an equivalent degree in natural sciences or engineering, is required.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None for international students from third countries, according to TUM's current tuition-fee schedule.

Semester contribution

97.00 EUR per semester at the Munich/Garching campuses as of Summer Semester 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None for international students from third countries, according to TUM's current tuition-fee schedule. Semester contribution: 97.00 EUR per semester at the Munich/Garching campuses as of Summer Semester 2026.

The programme prepares graduates for research-intensive careers in applied and engineering physics, high-technology development, and doctoral study across the wide spectrum of TUM physics.

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