Göttingen Master's Programme in Physics (MSc)
University of Göttingen offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Natural Sciences in Göttingen, ranked #122 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Apr 2027
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Göttingen student life.
Living in Göttingen →
What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Göttingen Master's Programme in Physics (MSc). Master in Natural Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics at University of Göttingen, Göttingen, DE. Taught in English.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#122
- Times Higher Education 2025#121
- QS World 2025#254
- THE — Life Sciences 2026#60
- THE — Physical Sciences 2026#78
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About University of Göttingen
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Common questions
Is Göttingen Master's Programme in Physics (MSc) at University of Göttingen taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Göttingen?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Apr 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is University of Göttingen good for Natural Sciences?
University of Göttingen ranks #60 in Life Sciences (THE 2026).
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