International Physics Studies Programme (Honours)

English-taught honours bachelor's programme in physics at Leipzig University covering modern experimental and theoretical physics together with applied mathematics and laboratory practice.

Academic requirements

The general or subject-oriented matriculation standard (12 years of school attendance) is necessary for admission.

Minimum GPA

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

English requirements

The reviewed official course page states that applicants need English proficiency at CEFR B2 level.

German requirements

German language proficiency equivalent to the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required. Ideally, a German A1 certificate from official agencies (Goethe Zertifikat A1, Telc Zertifikat A1, ÖSD Zertifikat A1) should be submitted, but certificates from local language schools are accepted.

Accepted bachelor fields

The reviewed official course page states that applicants need a general higher education entrance qualification or a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

EUR 312.30 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester fee; first-year students also pay a one-time EUR 10 UniCard issue fee).

ECTS credits

240

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: EUR 312.30 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester fee; first-year students also pay a one-time EUR 10 UniCard issue fee).

Acquires fundamental competences in physics, measurement technology and applied mathematics, guaranteeing a head start in the job market. Physicists are often sought after even in areas unrelated to physics, e.g., in management consultancies. With a successful Bachelor's degree, you can continue in Master's studies.

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