Physics (BSc) Program at a Glance

Physics is the study of basic concepts like space, time, matter and fundamental interactions and their applications.
It lays the foundation for other natural sciences and is a fundamental part of our every-day technology. Physicists study objects as diverse as elementary particles, DNA, transistors, or galaxies. Research in physics inspires mathematicians and philosophers and it continuously initiates the development of new technologies preparing for the future needs of our planet.

Jacobs University Bremen offers a 180 ECTS credit, three year BSc program in Physics conforming to the Eurobachelor’s guidelines. In the first year, students take a broad range of natural science courses and electives from the humanities and social sciences following our transdisciplinary approach of teaching. The second year provides a solid foundation in advanced physics, and in the third year, students take physics specialization courses and pursue guided research on current topics in physics which then culminates in a bachelors thesis.

During the first year, general (introductory) lectures and lab courses are mandatory. As outlined in the handbook, the students select more courses from a variety of electives from the School of Engineering and Science (SES) or from the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS). In addition, so-called University Studies Courses (USCs) have to be selected which are taught by professors from both Schools. They are unique in that here perspectives from apparently different areas of science are brought together.

For a full listing of the Course Requirements of the Undergraduate Physics Program please see the program handbook. 
 
See also the Program Handbook for the course requirements for students matriculated in the year:
2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Fritz
Biophysics and Nanoscience
Dr. habil. Betti Hartmann
Theoretical Physics and Field Theory
Prof. Dr. Thomas Heine
Theoretical and Computational Physics
Dr. habil. Stefan Kettemann
Condensed Matter Theory
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Kleinekathöfer
Computational Physics and Biophysics
Prof. Dr. Arnulf Materny
Chemical Physics and Femtochemistry
Prof. Dr. Hildegard Meyer-Ortmanns
Theoretical and Statistical Physics
Prof. Dr. Peter Schupp
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
Prof. Dr. Veit Wagner
Molecular and Nanoelectronics

Students will find interesting research opportunities in our transdisciplinary environment at Jacobs University. Physics BSc from Jacobs University will be well prepared for graduate programs in physics and related fields at leading universities in Europe and North America, but they can also join one of Jacobs University’s graduate programs to pursue a MSc or PhD degree.

A BSc in Physics will give you a flexible foundation for careers in academia and industry, in finance or management. The scientific knowledge, the problem solving and social skills you acquire during your studies at Jacobs University will prepare you to become a valuable member of our increasingly technology-driven society.