Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
Mathematics is the universal language of theoretical physics that is fundamental for an understanding of our world at the smallest and largest scales. Conversely, physical intuition supplies mathematics not only with relevant problems but can also suggest paths to new answers. Those at home with both worlds who have acquired a broad education can form fruitful connections and explore promising innovative approaches.
| Degree | Master of Science |
| Duration of study | Four semesters |
| Place of study | Munich |
| Prerequisites | Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or physics |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Application deadline | July 15th Apply now |
| Begin of studies | Winter semester |
| Head | Prof. Dr. Jan von Delft |
| Coordinator | Dr. Robert Helling Contact the coordinator |
| Further information | Website Theoretical and Mathematical Physics |
At home with both worlds
The Elite Graduate Program “Theoretical and Mathematical Physics” offers an unparalleled wide range of courses at the highest level. Optional supplementary classes provide students not only the possibility of deepening their competences in the fields they specialize in but also of gaining an overview on topics and methods in a variety of mathematics and physics.
Mentored by top scientists of Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Technische Universität München and the Max Planck Institutes in the area of greater Munich, students directly plunge into research projects. The majority of our students come from abroad, which shows the high attractiveness of theProgram. Graduates from “Theoretical and Mathematical Physics” are sought after as doctoral students at the world’s leading universities.
We are particularly proud how our students make use of the classes offered in mathematics and physics to perform transdisciplinary fundamental research at the highest levels as well as studying an exceptional spectrum of special topics.
Prof. Dr. Jan von Delft
In their studies, students seek answers to big questions such as:
- What is the quantum structure of space-time?
- Why is the Fermi-scale stable?
- Can one give a mathematical proof of the structure of the periodic table?
- Can topology be used to design materials with new properties?
- Which physics governs the origin of life?
- What is the UV-completion of the Standard Model of particle physics?
- What is the nature of dark matter and dark energy?
- How can a quantum computer simulate quantum field theories?
- Which disorderd systems fail to thermalize?
- How can quantum many body systems be effectively computed?
- What is the geometry of a random 3-manifold?
