German-French-Luxembourgish Master in Physics
University of Luxembourg
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
This Master is developed in partnership with the Universities of Luxembourg, Lorraine, Saarland and Grenoble Alpes. It enables students to acquire a solid and broad education in physics in a multicultural and multilingual context. Students do their 1st year of the Master in one of the 4 universities and the 2nd year abroad at one of the other partner universities. Department of Physics and Materials science Université Grenoble Alpes Saarland University Université de Lorraine
Key Program Features
- International dimension This Master in Physics is run by international researchers at the physics departments of four European Universities: Saarland (Germany)
- Lorraine and Grenoble Alpes (France) and the University of Luxembourg. Pedagogy Students enrolled acquire a double diploma
- focused on condensed matter physics and materials science. They can benefit from free language courses.
Career Opportunities
Study and career opportunities The programme is ideally suited for students envisioning a career in academic research or R&D in any of the key areas of the four partner universities. Universities, research centres, and materials-oriented companies in Luxembourg and worldwide are natural outlets. The general analytical and problem-solving skills acquired can lead to other careers requiring complex data analysis. More info Study programme brochure Learning Outcomes Broadly understand several key areas of general physics and advanced condensed matter physics Broadly understand the operational principles and performance of instrumentation and technologies relevant to their chosen physics specialisation Evaluate and analyse scientific data by analytical and numerical methods Formalise and solve a practical problem using quantitative analytical or numerical tools Assess the validity of data generated by computers or physics instrumentation including the estimation of error sources Foster a general critical-thinking attitude Assess risks Efficiently use computers, by writing computer programs or using existing software packages Explore new areas of research through independent study communicate research results to a scientific or non-expert audience Write scientific articles, reports, or thesis based on their own scientific results, applying standard citation methods Apply ethics in science and scholarship and understand its importance to scientific inquiry and professionalism Constructively manage failure Work in a multicultural group environment by drawing on their previous experience. Study perspectives Graduates can continue their studies with a PhD in Physics at the University of Luxembourg. Doctoral Programme in Physics and Materials science Discover more Financing possibilities Discover your future home Any questions? Contact us Share thisshare share email
Program Curriculum
Programme For this joint diploma, students spend the two years of the programme in two different universities chosen among the four partners.Students selecting the University of Luxembourg for year 1 will get a broad grounding in physics and materials science, with courses focused on our five key research areas.Students selecting the University of Luxembourg for year 2 will undertake a personal research project (Master thesis) in a University laboratory, a company, or a Luxembourg-based institute. Admissions Academic Contents Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 3 Semester information is not available. Course offer for Master of Science in Physics – Cursus intégré Sarre-Lor-Lux, Semestre 3 (2026-2027 Winter) Master Thesis 1 ECTS credits: 30 Course code: MCMP-50 Course title: Master Thesis 1 Number of ECTS: 30 Course code: MCMP-50 Module(s): Module 3.1 Language: Mandatory: Yes Share thisshare share email
Admission Requirements
Admissions To apply for a programme at the University of Luxembourg, candidates must comply with the general eligibility criteria for the chosen programme type and be selected by the study programme based on the quality of their application. The programme at a glance – 120 ECTS Duration: 2 years / 4 sem Teaching languages: EN Admissions: EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Non-EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 24 Mar 2026 Fees: 400€/ sem. (semester 1,2,3,4) Format: Full-time programme (Part-time student status allowed) Specific information for this programme Requirements – Bachelor degree in physics or related field– Validated course in quantum mechanics and statistical physics– Interest in physics and up-to-date research– Curiosity about how things work and how the world functions– Commitment. – Cover letter (1 page maximum)– CV (3 pages maximum)– Bachelor’s degree, translated and legalised if not in English or in an official language of Luxembourg– Transcript for your bachelor’s degree, also translated and legalised if necessary– Languages certificates– If you hold a degree from a non-EU university: results of your GRE physics exam (recommended)– Additional document supporting your application (certificate of achievement for a relevant complementary course, extracurricular qualification etc.) Depending on the two universities selected:– English B2 and French B2Or– English B2 and German B2 Language certificates currently accepted Selection procedure & criteria The selection is conducted as the joint evaluation of the candidate’s track record and other documents provided by the two universities selected by the candidate. The candidates are required to contact the study programme directors at both institutions for coordination as early as possible. For more information on the programme, see https://ci.physik.uni-saarland.de Admissions procedure Share thisshare share email
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
400€/semester
About University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
The University of Luxembourg is a public research university in Esch-sur-Alzette and Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. It was founded in 2003 and is the only public university in Luxembourg.
University Profile- Application Deadline EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Non-EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 24 Mar 2026 Fees: 400€/ sem. (semester 1,2,3,4) Fo
- Start Date September
- Language English / French / German
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 120
