STUDYING PHYSICS IN DRESDEN

In total, about 830 students are enrolled in the degree programs Bachelor and Master in Physics, Master in Organic and Molecular Electronics, and physics in the programs for future teachers.  Physics students can specialise in one of the focus areas offered in accordance with their interests, whether these include quantum field theory in theoretical physics, studying surfaces with modern tools in solid state physics, exploring  recent topics in particle and nuclear physics, or researching on organic LEDs at the Institute for Applied Physics. In addition, part-time, physics-related jobs for students can always be found at the university, at one of the three Max Planck institutes, at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, or at one of the many Leibniz and Fraunhofer institutes.

Equally important for successfully studying physics are the instructional facilities. Dresden excels in this area as well: practice rooms, classrooms, and computer labs are available to students. Small tutorial groups ensure very good support for students. During the semester, scientific excursions take place to locations such as BESSY II in Berlin, or CERN in Switzerland. These are offered by professors, or are organised by the Fachschaftsrat (student council). A mentoring system with physics professors and a diversified introductory programme for first-semester students is organised by the Fachschaftsrat, in cooperation with the institutes, and eases the transition into the physics studies and student life in Dresden.

Dresden offers its students excellent conditions for studying. Residence halls run by the Studentenwerk are available close to campus. The TUDIAS language learning centre offers 20 different languages at all levels. At the university's Sports Centre, one can choose among more than 130 sports activities. The campus, where the physics building, lecture halls, and many research institutions are located, is in the southern part of Dresden and is easily reachable by bus, tram, or bicycle.  The Saxon State and University Library (SLUB) is one of the largest libraries in Germany and offers ideal conditions for quiet studying. The physical well-being of the students is also taken care of: the Studentenwerk cafeterias offer a variety of inexpensive meals.

Saxony does not charge tuition fees from its students. The semester fees at the TU Dresden include a ticket for local public transportation and a ticket for the Deutsche Bahn that is valid all across Saxony. Thus, there are many options for excursions in the area around Dresden: visits to the historic castles in the Schlösserland Sachsen (Land of Castles), enjoying nature in one of the large forest areas around Dresden or along the river Elbe, or exploring the impressive rock formations in the Sächsische Schweiz (Saxon Switzerland). If, after staying for a while in Dresden, you still find yourself drawn to see the world at large, you will be supported by international exchange programmes, such as ERASMUS. You may choose, for example, from among partner universities in Spain, Sweden, Poland, Canada, Japan, etc.

• Study program of the Faculty of Physics with application information
• Start of studies in Physics
• Study und life in Dresden

Information for your active physics studies:

• Examination offices of the Faculty of Physics are the central contacts for Bachelor and Master students in terms of questions about enrolment for examinations, approval of examination results and the creation of certificates and qualification reports.
• Course overview of the Faculty of Physics  with all lectures, seminars, tutorials and lab courses for the Bachelor, Master, and Teacher Education study programs as well as for physics minors during the current semester.
• Physics tutorial center is opened Monday to Thursday at 14h50-18h10 (6. + 7. Doppelstunde) in room REC/D16. Tutors provide help and support in learning and solving physics problems and are happy to discuss physics in general.
• Student council Physics provides information by students for students.