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International Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics (Photon Science and Quantum Technologies at DESY)

English-taught graduate curriculum closely integrated with the Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY) and European XFEL, exploring attosecond laser physics, synchrotron radiation, and quantum condensed matter.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science in Physics or related field with solid quantum mechanics and electrodynamics coursework
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Demonstrated coursework in quantum physics, thermodynamics, and laboratory instrumentation
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Tuition-free public university education; DAAD Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month) eligibility
Application fee: €75 (uni-assist)
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (only €340 semester transit pass contribution)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027 (Summer 2027 intake)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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