Knowledge of physics is essential for understanding the processes and procedures of everyday life, and for comprehending and utilising natural phenomena. Insights from physics contribute to innovative progress and the sustainability of research and technology. The curiosity and creativity of physicists ensure a constant expansion of knowledge and thereby drive the dynamic development of our society. This Master’s programme aims to provide an in-depth education in physics, covering, amongst other things, all theoretical concepts, experimental techniques and technical applications, whilst highlighting the current state of physics research.

Degree programme codeUE 066 461 - Master's Programme Technical Physics
Related master's programmesMaster's programmes in Physics
Duration4 semesters
Credits120 ECTS
Language of instruction English
DegreeDipl.-Ing. (internationally comparable with "Master of Science")
Module structureTechnical Physics
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Programme Structure

Full details about structure and content of the programme are available in the curriculum (PDF) and in the list of courses in TISS.

Graphic representation of the curriculum in Technical Physics

© TU Wien

The Master’s programme in Engineering Physics is divided into the following examination subjects and their corresponding modules:

  • Compulsory courses (35,0 ECTS)
    • Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics (8 ECTS), Fundamentals and Analytical Methods in Condensed Matter Physics (7 ECTS), Numerical Methods and Simulations (6 ECTS), Theoretical Physics (14 ECTS)
  • Technical Qualifications (46,0 ECTS)
    • Specialisation 1 (12,0 ECTS) and Specialisation 2 (14,0 ECTS): For each specialisation, select one of the combined electives:
      • Theoretical and Mathematical Physics, Atomic and Subatomic Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Applied Physics
    • Project Work 1 (10,0 ECTS)
    • Project Work 2 (10,0 ECTS)
  • Free Electives and Transferable Skills (9,0 ECTS): The modules in this course are designed to deepen students’ understanding of the subject as well as to help them acquire knowledge, skills and competences outside the subject area.
  • Master's Thesis (30,0 ECTS)

Further Information

Admission to the Master’s programme in ‘Technical Phyics’ is possible after completing an eligible Bachelor’s degree at an accredited national or international post-secondary educational institution. To compensate for fundamental subject-specific differences between your previous education and the level of qualifications expected at TU Wien, supplementary examinations totalling a maximum of 30 ECTS credits may be required. 

For example, the following Bachelor's programmes are considered eligible for a consecutive admission without supplementary examinations:

  • Technical Physics (TU Wien)
  • Technical Physics (TU Graz)
  • Technical Physics (JKU)
  • Physics (Uni Vienna)
  • Physics (Uni Graz)
  • Physics (Uni Innsbruck)

You can find the general admission requirements on the page Admission to Master’s Programmes.

Graduates have a sound background in physics and engineering, enabling them to identify, formulate and solve physics-related problems. They are therefore ideally qualified for careers in research and development (in industry, at universities or in major research organisations). However, their broad, analytically and methodologically oriented training also opens up a very wide range of career opportunities with excellent prospects for the future. Technical physicists are also frequently employed as scientific and technical ‘all-rounders’ within networks of specialists and are highly valued for their great flexibility.

At TU Wien, you can undertake one of the following doctoral programmes after completing your Master’s degree:

  • 796 700 – Doctoral Programme in Engineering
  • 796 600 – Doctoral Programme in Natural Sciences
  • 796 300 – Doctoral Programme in Social and Economic Sciences