Here you find useful hints and tips for international students coming to pursue their Master Degree in the Institute of Physics of the Goethe University of Frankfurt.
„Studying in Germany opened me up for the fact that we, humans, share more similarities, beyond any cultural differences.“
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Before your first day
Once you have been admitted to the program, you will receive a welcome packet from the International Office. It is important to get as many things on this list done before courses start.
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Course Registration
For the vast majority of the courses in the Physics department there is no need for courses registration. The big exception is the Advanced Laboratory (Forschungs- und Laborpraktikum).
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Course Books
At Goethe University finding and buying books or reference material on your own usually is not necessary.
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Lectures
Although some of the advanced Physics lectures are taught in English, the bachelor level courses are primarily taught in German. Important information are given in the first lecture.
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Overall Grade
It is important to note that, even though not all graded CPs are utilized when calculating a student’s overall grade, the highest grades obtained can be utilized.
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Contacts & Useful links
Beginning your studies can be challenging, but the University provides many resources to assist you in various aspects of your student life. Here you will find a list of key contacts and sources of information that you scan help you in your studies.