Study Degree Programmes
Bachelor's degree programme
The Bachelor's programme in the Physics major lasts 6 semesters and leads to the "Bachelor of Science UZH in Physics" (BSc).
The Bachelor's programme is available in three variants:
- as a mono-subject: 180 ECTS in the major subject physics
- with minor subject: 150 ECTS in the physics major, 30 ECTS in the minor programme
- with a major subsidiary subject: 120 ECTS in the physics major, 60 ECTS in the minor programme.
Master's program
To obtain a Master's degree in physics 90 ECTS credit points are necessary. Optionally, it is possible to study a minor subject for an additional 30 ECTS credits. Successful graduates receive the degree "Master of Science UZH in Physics". The language of the program is English.
With its range of compulsory, elective and compulsory elective subjects and the flexibility in the length of the Master's thesis, the Master's degree programme in Physics at UZH offers students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in one subject area or to continue their broad education.
The programme includes special lectures from all relevant research areas in physics at UZH (condensed matter, particle physics, astro (particle) physics, bio- & medical physics). The six- or ten-month Master's thesis is based on a current research project in one of the theoretical or experimental research groups or in an external research group.
PhD - Doctoral Program
The prerequisites for the admission to the doctoral program in physics consist of a Master's degree in Physics. Students who have successfully completed their Master's (or are about to do so) can apply for PhD positions in physics at the University of Zurich. All applicants undergo a rigorous selection procedure.
