Since 2006, over 600 students have successfully graduated from the KSOP Master in Optics & Photonics program. We now offer three early admission deadlines to increase your chance in a successful start at KSOP. If you don't want to benefit from the early admission deadlines, the following regular admission deadlines apply:

• June 15th for non-EU applicants
• September 15th for EU and German applicants. 

In case of acceptance enrollment is possible until September 30.

Essential for your application are the following requirements:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent degree in the field of Science or Engineering with above average grades (Please ensure that you include an explanation of the grading system used for your degree and a conversion of your credits into the ECTS system)
• Profound Knowledge in Mathematics and Physics (usually a minimum 12 credits each during the Bachelor studies)
• English Language Proficiency

For more information on the application documents, click here.

To join the KSOP community and apply to the Master program, click here. 

Please make sure that your application is complete. Upon receipt of your complete application, a confirmation will be sent. If there are any documents missing you will be informed through the application portal. You will be notified via email if your application status changes. Your documents will then be reviewed by the admissions office and if approved, you will receive interview suggestions.

You can check the status of your application in the application portal.  If you have any issues, contact Nina Becker.

The interview will be conducted with the Admissions Committee of the Master’s program via video call. This 20-minute interview is intended to show your personal motivation, your expertise and your aim when continuing your academic journey.

After a maximum of eight weeks, you will be informed about your admission by the Students Office (Studierendenservice) with an official admission letter called “Zulassungsbescheid”. The “Zulassungsbescheid” will be available in the application portal. With this document you will be able to apply for your visa.

The admissions committee issues a ranking for every applicant with a maximum score of 150 credits. The selection process takes into consideration previous study results, for which up to 95 credits can be allocated, as well as up to 55 credits for the following:

• Practical experiences and special preparatory trainings relevant to the field of study
• Extracurricular activities and qualifications, such as rewards, awards and conference contributions
• Experiences abroad and language qualifications
• Motivation letter and recommendation letters

The exact selection statutes (in German) may be consulted here.