PhD program in Astrophysics/Astronomy

The astrophysics PhD course is regulated by the “Promotionsordnung” (Regulations for the award of the doctoral degree at the LMU physics department) and is completed with the award of this degree. A PhD is the basis for a career in academia and associated research institutes.

Candidates for the PhD course in astrophysics must have a Master’s degree in astrophysics or a Master’s degree or Diploma in physics with a minimum grade of “good” (grade point average of 2.3). For the Master’s or Diploma course in physics, an astronomy-related subject is recommended for the thesis project, as well as elective courses in astronomy. Regarding alternative admission criteria the reader is referred to the “Promotionsordnung” of the physics department.

The PhD course in astrophysics/astronomy is normally a 3-year course, and comprises independent research work, the preparation of a dissertation, and attendance of supplementary courses in astronomy (seminars and advanced lectures).