The Computational and Experimental Physics (M-CEP) master's programme at the Technische Hochschule Nürnberg Georg Simon Ohm is designed to be completed in three semesters. It is offered in collaboration with the Technische Hochschule Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) to provide a broad range of applications and extensive networking opportunities with industry partners.

Structure of the degree programme

Modules are offered in both the summer and winter semesters, and there is no set order for completing them. This gives you the freedom and flexibility to design your studies at our Faculty exactly as it suits you. The most important regulation is that you must have earned 30 ECTS credits before beginning your master's thesis.

Programme modules

Continuum Mechanics
Electrodynamics and Optics
Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Technology
Scientific Computing
Machine Learning
Advanced Numerics
Technical Elective
General Elective
Project Work 1 & 2
Master’s Thesis

Specialisations

• Advanced Experimental Physics (AEP)
• AI and Computational Physics (AIP)
• General Computational and Experimental Physics (CEP)

Master’s thesis

In the third semester, you will deepen your expertise through your master's thesis. In your thesis, you will independently address a current and ambitious research or development topic. You have the opportunity to complete your thesis either within a research group at the university or externally at a research institution or industry partner.

Fields of work and job profiles

As a graduate of the Computational and Experimental Physics master's programme, you will have the freedom to discover exciting career opportunities across a broad range of fields. Your strong foundation in physics, combined with your methodological expertise in artificial intelligence, highly qualifies you for a wide range of roles, particularly in applied research and development. Potential fields of work include:

• Medical Engineering / Technology
• Technical Optics
• Defence Technology
• Energy Technology
• Quantum Technologies
• Laster Technology

... and many more

Graduates can choose to launch their careers at innovative start-ups, mid-sized 'hidden champions,' or global corporations (such as BMW, Robert Bosch, Siemens, Zeiss). Our graduates are well-prepared for a variety of fields, including:

• Public administration
• IT-based services
• Industry
• Science and research

... and many more!

Educational opportunities or qualifications following the master’s degree

Upon completing your Master of Science degree in Computational and Experimental Physics with above-average results, you also have the opportunity to continue your academic research and pursue a doctorate within one of the Faculty's research groups (e.g., Computational Physics for Green Energy / Life Sciences / Sensor Technology, Optical Quantum Technologies, Laser Application Lab, or Medical Technologies).

Counseling on your way from studying to career

To support your transition from university to employment, the Ohm’s Career Service offers a variety of offerings designed to prepare you for your future career.

Information on admission

The Computational and Experimental Physics master's programme at the Ohm has the following admission requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics and Physics from the Ohm, or a bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics with Focus Engineering from the THWS, with a final grade of 2.7 or better.
• OR: A comparable undergraduate degree with at least 210 ECTS credits (including a minimum of 20 ECTS in physics, covering quantum mechanics, and a minimum of 20 ECTS in mathematics, covering numerical analysis), with a final grade of 2.7 or better.
• If you do not yet meet all requirements or have fewer than 210 ECTS credits, the following measures may still lead to admission after consultation with the examination board:
  • Fulfilling conditional requirements to make up for missing knowledge.
  • Completing a 20-week internship in a relevant field (if your previous studies were purely theoretical without practical modules).
  • Providing proof of at least six months of relevant professional experience.
• If your grades need to be converted to the German grading system, you must provide evidence that you rank among the top 50% of your graduating class.
• Evidence of English language proficiency (language certificate) at B2 level (CEFR).

Student Counseling Service

Do you have questions about studying at university or applying?
Our International Academic Services department is happy to assist you.

If you went to school in the German system, feel free to contact the “Zentrale Studienberatung”.

Faculty advisor

Would you like more detailed information about the content of individual subjects within the degree programme? Then the Faculty Advisor is the right person to contact.

Jan Lohbreier

Prof. Dr. rer. nat.

• telefon +49 (0)911 5880 - 1304
• email jan.lohbreier@th-nuernberg.de
• fax +49 (0)911 5880 - 5800

• Room KA.434

Elke Wilczok

Prof. Dr.

• telefon +49 (0)911 5880 - 1233
• email elke.wilczok@th-nuernberg.de
• fax +49 (0)911 5880 - 5800

• Room KA.210