Physics - Bachelor of Science
The aim of physics is to grasp quantitative relationships in nature, to understand its elementary laws and to make the resulting phenomena usable. A few fundamental principles such as Newton's equations of motion, Schrödinger's equation, the principle of maximum entropy and the principle of relativity define the world and ultimately make it possible to provide diverse mechanisms for novel applications (semiconductor physics, laser physics, communication technology, nanomaterials).
The aim of physics is to grasp quantitative relationships in nature, to understand its elementary laws and to make the resulting phenomena usable. A few fundamental principles such as Newton's equations of motion, Schrödinger's equation, the principle of maximum entropy and the principle of relativity determine the world and ultimately make it possible to provide diverse mechanisms for novel applications (semiconductor physics, laser physics, communication technology, nanomaterials).
In addition to the classical focus on solid-state physics, optics, surface physics, computational physics and theoretical physics, the neighboring disciplines of biophysics, physical chemistry and nanostructured matter are also included.
Physics in Osnabrück is characterized by close contact between the research groups and the students. Students can join one of the research groups in Experimental Physics, Theoretical Physics, Numerical Physics and Didactics of Physics early on in their studies.
Physicists can find jobs at universities, in large research institutes, in industry, in the software sector or in management consultancy. Physicists with extensive knowledge of computer science are particularly sought after on the job market. A subsequent Master's degree qualifies graduates for management and leadership positions in the aforementioned professional and occupational fields.
General information about university admissions may be accessed at Admission Requirements. The German Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) entitles students to commence a first degree qualification at Osnabrück University. The term “first degree qualification” refers to a period of study that culminates in a student’s first professionally-relevant university degree (Bachelor’s degree or First Legal State Examination). Information about the conditions that apply for people seeking to embark on an undergraduate degree without the higher education entrance qualification may be found at Studying without an Abitur.
Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of German Language Proficiency.
This program is not subject to admission restrictions.
All information pertaining to the application process may be found at Application, Admission and Enrollment.
German and international applicants with German certification can enroll directly for this subject that does not have admission restrictions. You can find all information on enrollment and the enrollment deadline for the desired semester under Bachelor's degree programs (one subject) - open admission.
Please note: different application conditions and deadlines may apply for Applicants with Non-German Certification!
The examination regulations do not prescribe an obligatory period of study abroad. However, a number of Options for Studying Abroad are available to you within a range of exchange programs. The International Office will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Studying at Osnabrück University means you will be subject to semester fees. Depending on how much of your study credit (standard period of study plus tolerance semester) you have used up, you may also have to pay long-term study fees. Additional information on this topic may be found at How Much does Studying Cost?
Our Central Study Counseling Service will be happy to provide you with all the information you need about studying, admission requirements and the structure of your chosen program.
Each department’s Departmental Study Counselling Service will answer any questions you might have about the content of individual programs.
If you are interested in a Master's degree course at Osnabrück University, please take note of its regulations on access, in which the respective admission requirements are regulated.
In addition to the consecutive degree programs listed below, it may be worth considering other Master's degree programs and checking whether you can be admitted. You will usually receive appropriate advice from the departmental study counseling service or the course coordinators.
This degree program has been accredited by the German Accreditation Council.