Advanced Quantum Physics

The Advanced Quantum Physics program at Eberhard Karls University Tübingen is a graduate-level Master’s program in Experimental Physics, designed for students who want to explore the fundamental principles of quantum physics and develop their understanding of quantum sciences. The program focuses on quantum physics as an important area of modern science and future technology.

Program Duration and Study Location

The program has a standard study period of 4 semesters and is offered in Tübingen, Germany. It is available for both the Summer Semester and Winter Semester. The main language of instruction is English.

Academic Focus

The program is part of the field of Experimental Physics. Its academic focus is on the fundamental principles of quantum physics and the broader area of quantum sciences. Students interested in areas such as quantum mechanics, atomic physics, and condensed matter physics can build on their previous academic knowledge through this Master’s program.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, a related degree program with essentially the same content, or an equivalent academic qualification. The degree must have a grade of at least 2.5.

In addition to the degree requirement, applicants are expected to have achieved above-average results, particularly in relevant Bachelor’s-level subjects such as:

• Quantum Mechanics
• Atomic Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics

The program is listed as without admission restriction, although applicants must meet the stated academic admission requirements.

Intakes and Application Deadlines

The Advanced Quantum Physics program accepts students for both the Summer Semester and Winter Semester.

For the Winter Semester, the application period for Germans and inhabitants is April 1, 2026, to September 15, 2026. The enrollment period for German and foreign students is April 1, to September 30, .

The source specifically notes that different application deadlines may apply to Master’s degree courses. The listed deadlines for international students from European Union countries and countries outside the European Union for the Winter Semester 2026/2027 are marked as expired in the provided source.

Lecture Period

For the Winter Semester 2026/2027, the lecture period is scheduled from October 12, 2026, to February 6, 2027.

Language of Instruction

The program’s main language of instruction is English. The provided source does not specify an IELTS, TOEFL, CEFR, or other formal English-language test requirement.

Tuition and Costs

The provided program information does not specify tuition fees or other program-specific tuition costs. Therefore, no tuition amount can be stated based on the available source.

Study Environment

The program is based in Tübingen and is associated with the Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultät / Institute of the Department of Physics at Eberhard Karls University Tübingen. Students can also access the university’s central student advisory services and International Office for relevant study and international student support.

Overall, the Advanced Quantum Physics Master’s program provides an English-taught, four-semester graduate study pathway in Experimental Physics, with a particular focus on fundamental quantum physics and quantum sciences. Admission is aimed at graduates with a strong background in Physics or a closely related field, especially those with above-average academic performance in Quantum Mechanics, Atomic Physics, or Condensed Matter Physics.