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4 semesters
English
Free (300 EUR/sem)
Winter
Paderborn University offers a comprehensive course in Optoelectronics & Photonics, providing students with a deep understanding of the principles and applications of light-based technologies. The program covers a wide range of topics, including semiconductor physics, laser technology, and optical communication systems. Students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities, allowing them to gain practical experience in the field. The university's strong industry connections also provide opportunities for internships and collaborations with leading companies in the optoelectronics and photonics industry. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in research, development, and innovation in this rapidly growing field.
Fields of study
What you need to apply for Optoelectronics & Photonics at Paderborn University
Adequate command of the English language shall be demonstrated as follows:
a. A bachelor’s degree from an English-speaking country or on an English-language accredited domestic program or
b. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) “internet-based” Test (iBT) with a result of at least
80 points or
c. TOEFL “paper-based” test (PBT) with a result of at least 550 points or
d. IELTS test with a result of at least 6.0 or
e. Cambridge Test – First Certificate in English (FCE) or
f. tests of an equivalent level or
g. appropriate previous qualification from school.
What to prepare for your application to Optoelectronics & Photonics
1.Application form
2.Passport Certificates
3. Bachelor Degree Certificate/Provisional Degree Certificate
4.Bachelor Degree Transcripts
5. Bachelor Degree Grading System Certificate
6.Secondary School Certificates(10+12)
7.SOP
8. LOR's
9.CV
10. ECTS Form(if any)
Step-by-step guide to applying for Optoelectronics & Photonics at Paderborn University
Uni assist Portal Link : https://ww2.uni-assist.de/online/Frontend/Default/index
The University of Paderborn will inform you about the decision of the evaluation team. You will receive this written notice approximately 1-2 months before the start of the program.
The notice of admission
a. is only valid for the specified course and semester,
b. contains information regarding further requirements such as language tests, etc.,
c. contains an acceptance form. You must complete this form to state whether or not you intend to enroll in the course. Once you have received the notice of admission, you must accept the offer until a specified deadline specified on the admission documents.
Please allow enough time for any correspondence to be forwarded to you and notify us if your correspondence address changes.
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
300 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 1 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.49
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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How to apply
Physics (or an equivalent Natural Science or Engineering degree that includes physical and mathematical fundamentals and a quantum theory course) .
The degree qualification must include the following competences or there must be no significant
differences from them:
a) Principles of physics: Command of the principles of physics in the areas of solid-state physics, semi-conductor physics and components, electrodynamics, wave optics and principles of
spectroscopic procedures, and quantum theory, combined with the ability to create models and
abstract mathematical formulations of physical phenomena.
b) Practicals: Identifying and extracting significant physical interrelationships using experiments
conducted by the applicant herself or himself, recording and critically evaluating the results of
experiments.
c) Higher mathematics: Command of the basic mathematical concepts and methods that are
required to understand and solve problems in the master’s degree in optoelectronics and photonics. This comprises advanced knowledge in the fields of linear algebra, analysis, Fourier series,
differential equations, and vector analysis.
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