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Students sitting in a lecture in the lecture hall. © Felix Schmale​/​TU Dortmund

The Master of Physics program

Description of the study programme

  • Four semesters (can be started in any semester)
    • First year: deepen the students' knowledge of the subject
    • Second year: research phase that is completed with the writing of a Master's thesis
  • A total of 120 credit points according to ECTS must be successfully completed

The study program is divided into modules, which comprise one or more courses. The grades of the module examinations are included in the final grade (weighted according to the credit points of the module). There is no final examination for the entire degree programme. The type of examination (oral, written) is specified in the module descriptions or announced at the beginning of the module.

Course information

The main areas of focus in our research, and thus also the possible areas of specialization for our M.Sc. Physics students, are in the fields of 

  • Atomic and Molecular Physics
  • Condensed matter physics (solids and other things you can touch)
  • Elementary particle physics (at accelerators and with particles from the universe)

We have summarized examples of how to structure the elective area for the most common thematic focuses in these study plans.

The module descriptions are accessible via the module handbook.

All courses offered in a semester can be found on the platform lsf (partially in German). Since it will not be replaced until 2029, interational students will find a translated pdf version (status as of 7.4.1026)  here.

More information on studying in Germany and in particular in Dortmund (a webpage written for first year bachelor students).

Welcome event in the Department of Physics

Join us for the welcome event at the Department of Physics, where you’ll receive an introduction to the department and learn everything you need to know to get started in your degree program.

When? Monday, October 12 (after the TU Dortmund University welcoming session in the stadium)

Program:

1:00 - 2:00 PM

  • You’ll meet professors, academic advisors, and staff members who will introduce you to the program, explain important administrative procedures, and answer your questions.
  • Where? AV Raum (P2-E0-414)
  • Zoom link

2:00 - 4:00 PM: 

  • A hands-on introduction to the digital tools you’ll use throughout your studies, such as Moodle, LSF, the TU Dortmund App, and BOSS, so you’ll feel well-prepared from day one. From students for students.
  • Where: Physics: AV Room (P2-E0-414, next to the foyer and the Dean’s Office)

Introductory session: Advanced Laboratory Course for Master students I

© Chris Delitzsch​/​TU Dortmund

For M.Sc. Physics only:

The introductory session with safety instructions for the mandatory laboratory course in the M.Sc. Physics ("Advanced Laboratory Course for Master Students I", lsf entry) will take place on October 12, 2026 at 08:00 am sharp (08:00 s.t.).

Please make sure to also enrol in the corresponding moodle course (MAALP-26_2) as soon as possible where you will find more information.