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Applying for M. Sc. in Physics at the University of Cologne

Students who want to attend the M. Sc. program in Physics at the University of Cologne can apply within the application times via the online application tool KLIPS 2.0.
Note that admission to the M. Sc. in Physics in Cologne is possible both for the winter and the summer term.

Deadlines

For the winter term: 15 July
For the summer term: 15 January

Important: international students are highly recommended to apply for their preliminary review documentation (VPD) before 1 June (winter term) or 1 December (summer term) to ensure that they receive the VPD in time!

Application portal

The application for the MSc in Physics course is solely possible via KLIPS 2.0!

Note that the application period in KLIPS 2.0 usually starts around

  • 1 June for the winter term,
  • 1 December for the summer term.

Application documents

Please find the complete list of required documents along with further information, in particular on the preliminary review documentation (VPD) for international students, following the link below.

Note that the VPD can be applied for throughout the year.

Admission requirements

A BSc degree (or equivalent) in Physics (or related fields) is required. In particular, we require applicants to have successfully completed the following coursework:

  • at least 15 credit points in theoretical physics - note that either a course in quantum mechanics or a course in statistical physics is required.
  • at least 15 credit points in mathematics
  • at least 15 credit points in advanced experimental physics
  • at least 12 credit points in experimental/practical training (e.g. laboratory practicals).

To be precise, in theoretical physics, the Master course requires prior knowledge of

  • either non-relativistic quantum mechanics (including the axioms of quantum mechanics, the Schroedinger equation and its time-independent solution for the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom, the angular momentum algebra, and time-independent perturbation theory)
  • or thermodynamics and statistical physics (incl. thermodynamics and the principle of entropy, the canonical ensembles, equilibrium in systems without interactions, phase transitions)

Advanced experimental physics refers to at least introductory classes in atomic, molecular, solid state and nuclear/particle physics.

Regarding the practical training: applicants need experience in performing experiments individually or in small groups and worked out written analyses of these experiments.

APS China, India and Vietnam

Applicants with a first university degree (usually a Bachelor's degree) from China, India or Vietnam need an APS to apply. Note that the procedure might take several months. Please make sure to inform yourself early about the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

In case you have any further question regarding the application process, please refer to our FAQ section.