SHAPE THE FUTURE OF LIGHT

Fully Funded MSc & PhD in Photonics

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WE WANT YOU!

We’re looking for ambitious Bachelor’s or Master’s graduates with a strong background in physics, engineering, or related subjects – and a passion for pushing the boundaries of science.

If you want to light up the world with your research, the Max Planck School of Photonics is the place for you.

GET TO KNOW OUR PROGRAM:

WE OFFER:

💰 Generous funding – focus entirely on your research without tuition fees.
🏛 State-of-the-art labs for world-class research.
🌍 International network – all courses in English, peers from around the globe.
👩‍🔬 World-renowned supervisors guiding your academic journey.
🚀 Career preparation for academia, industry, or your own startup.

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APPLY NOW FOR THE MASTER´S PROGRAM!

APPLY NOW FOR THE PHD PROGRAM!

Depending on your prior knowledge, you can join our <strong>3-year PhD program</strong> or our <strong>5-year Master+PhD program</strong>. You'll learn and work at one of eight excellent locations in Germany. In spring and autumn schools, you can network with your peers and receive unique soft skill training. And via our virtual campus, you'll have access to the knowledge of all our professors.

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAM:

Depending on your prior knowledge, you can join our 3-year PhD program or our 5-year Master+PhD program. You'll learn and work at one of eight excellent locations in Germany. In spring and autumn schools, you can network with your peers and receive unique soft skill training. And via our virtual campus, you'll have access to the knowledge of all our professors.

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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:

"My motivation to join the Max Planck School of Photonics was primarily to become part of the elite research network that it constitutes of and to get access to the exclusive lectures, workshops and other events."
_{ANDREJ KRZIC
MPSP Alumnus}

"I have a passion for photonics because it illuminates the world in all possible ways. It allows us to see big and small, to communicate, to control matter and to do magic."
_{MERITXELL CABREJO
MPSP Alumnus}

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"It motivates me to be in daily contact with smart, open, creative and reliable people who explore and shape the world around them with curiosity and a spirit of discovery."
_{HEIKO KNOPF
MPSP Alumnus}