Bachelor's Programme Physics
| Faculty | Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics |
| Duration / ECTS-Credits | 6 semesters / 180 ECTS-Credits |
| Academic Degree |
Bachelor of Science (BSc) |
| Qualification Level |
Bachelor (First Cycle) ISCED-11: Level 6, EQF/NQF: Level 6 |
| Mode of Study |
Full-Time |
| ISCED-F | 0533 Physics |
| Study Code |
UC 033 676 |
| Curriculum | Information on the Curriculum (2007W) * |
| Language of Instruction | German |
| Admission Requirements |
Secondary school completion certificate or equivalent and Language Certificates |
| PODCAST | http://streaming.uibk.ac.at/medien/c102/c1021067/Podcasts/Studienpodcasts /Physik.mp3 |
| Application |
* Information on the Curriculum (2007W)
The complete version of the curriculum reflects the currently valid version of the curriculum. It is for informational purposes only and is not legally binding. The legally binding version of the curriculum, including any amendments, may be found in the University of Innsbruck Bulletins.
In order to determine which version of the curriculum is applicable in your case, see the Catalogue of Studies,
available at: https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/lfuonline_meinestudien.studienblatt
Section: Current Curriculum version
University of Innsbruck Bulletins » (Click to open all University of Innsbruck Bulletins)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin July 5th 2017, Issue 49, No. 657 (amendment of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin March 15th 2017, Issue 29, No. 340 (Equivalence list)
- English version of the Curriculum (from October 1st 2016)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 15th 2016, Issue 42, No 455 (amendment of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin May 2nd 2016, Issue 24, No. 377 (modification of the curriculum)
- English version of the Curriculum (from October 1st 2014)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin September 10th 2014, Issue 46, No. 656 (Equivalence list)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin August 6th 2014, Issue 43, No. 590 (amendment of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 2nd 2014, Issue 24, No. 397 (modification of the curriculum)
- English version of the Curriculum (from October 1st 2011)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 16th 2011, Issue 31, No. 483 (modification of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 23rd 2010, Issue 42, No. 332 (modification of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin October 15th 2008, Issue 2, No. 13 (amendment of the curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin April 23rd 2007, Issue 31, No. 195
Studies Induction and Orientation Stage (STEOP)
Studies Induction and Orientation Stage (STEOP) starting winter term 2016 »
(1) Within the scope of the Studies and Orientation Stage, which takes place in the first semester, the following course examinations must be passed:
- VO Physics I: Mechanics and Thermodynamics (CM 6 lit.a/4 hrs./6 ECTS-Credits),
- VO Introduction to Physics (CM 5/ 1h./2.5 ECTS-Credits).
(2) Successful passing of all exams of the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage entitles to passing all further courses and examinations as well as to writing the Bachelor’s Thesis.
(3) Before successful completion of the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage courses amounting to 21.5 ECTS-Credits may be passed. The requirements specified in the curriculum must be met.
Studies Induction and Orientation Stage (STEOP) until december 2015 »
(1) The Studies Induction and Orientation Stage (STEOP), with a duration of one semester (30 ECTS-Credits), provides an overview of the study programme and its structure in order to give students an objective basis to assess their decision to pursue their chosen subjects.
(2) During the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage, the following course examinations, which may be repeated twice, must be completed satisfactorily:
Module 6 (5 ECTS-Credits):
- Physics Ia: Mechanics (VO2, 3 ECTS-Credits)
- Physics Ia: Mechanics (SL1, 2 ECTS-Credits)
(3) A positive result (passing grade) on the examinations specified in Paragraph 2 permits students to attend all courses and take all examinations following the Introduction and Orientation Phase for Students (STEOP) and to write a bachelor's thesis as described in the curriculum. The registration requirements specified by the curriculum must be met.
Recommended Course Sequence
The exemplary course sequence given below is recommended for full-time students beginning their study programme in the winter semester. The table shows one possible course sequence for the bachelor's programme and is not compulsory. Delays resulting from repeated examinations are not taken into account.
The standard duration of the study programme is 6 semesters or 180 ECTS-Credits, whereby according to the Universities Act of 2002, a workload of 1,500 (real) hours per academic year must be fulfilled, corresponding to 60 ECTS-Credits (one ECTS-Credit is equivalent to a workload of 25 hours).
The bridge course mathematics is recommended to first year students in the Bachelor's programmes Technical Mathematics and School Teacher Training Mathematics. The bridge course offers support for first year students to ease the transition from school to university.
2.5 ECTS-Credits: Preparation Course Mathematics
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Linear Algebra
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Analysis 1
2.5 ECTS-Credits: Introduction to Physics
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Physics I: Mechanics and Thermodynamics
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Physics II: Electromagnetism and Optics
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Analysis 2
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Mathematical Methods of Physics 1
2.5 ECTS-Credits: Programming for Physicists
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Physics III: Quantum and Atom Physics
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Physics Laboratory 1
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Mathematical Methods of Physics 2
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Theoretical Physics 1
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Physics IV: Nuclear and Particle Physics
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Physics Laboratory 2
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Theoretical Physics 2
2.5 ECTS-Credits: Elective Module according to § 5, Para. 2
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Theoretical Physics 3
20.0 ECTS-Credits: Elective Module according to § 5, Para. 2
7.5 ECTS-Credits: Advanced Laboratory
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Theoretical Physics 4
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Seminar with Bachelor’s Thesis
2.5 ECTS-Credits: Elective Module according to § 5, Para. 2
Qualification Profile and Skills
The Bachelor’s Programme Physics prepares graduates for occupational opportunities as physicists in industry and economy, and for the Master’s Programme Physics. The bachelor’s programme gives an overview of the fundamental principles of the different disciplines in the field of physics, and it offers a wide range of elective modules. Graduates are able to analyze and solve physical issues in natural science, engineering, economy, medicine, and other fields.
The programme conveys:
- basic knowledge of mechanics, themrodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, atomic, nuclear, and particle physics, solid-state physics, astrophysics, plasma physics, molecular physics, quantum theory, and the introduction to mathematics and computer science,
- practial training with interships,
- the ability to independently develop in-depth knowledge,
- the ability to work in a team as well as to present and document results.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Graduates possess scientifically well-founded theoretical and methodical problem-solving skills in order to apply technical issues in natural science, engineering, economy, medicine and economy in interdisciplinary contexts. The training in basic and research-oriented teaching in the fields of experimental and theoretical physics enables graduates to make knowledge-based solutions on creative approaches.
Future Prospects: Occupational Profiles and Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor’s Programme Physics are in demand in the fields of natural science and engineering, as well as in industry and research. In particular, by their ability to provide independent problem solutions, they are characterized for a wide range of career fields.
Postgraduate and further Studies at the University of Innsbruck
- Master's Programme Atmospheric Sciences
- Master's Programme Environmental Meteorology
- Master's Programme Material Sciences and Nanosciences
- Master's Programme Physics
- Master's Programme Peace and Conflict Studies
Supplementary Programme
Within the scope of the Study Programme, a Supplementary Programme corresponding to 60 ECTS-Credits may be passed. Admission to the Supplementary Programme requires the admission to or the having passed of one of the selected Study Programmes. Detailed information:
- https://www.uibk.ac.at/studium/angebot/es-informatik/
- https://www.uibk.ac.at/studium/angebot/es-scientific-computing/
Information about examination regulations, assessment and grading
Examination regulations
The examination regulation is an integral part of the curriculum, detailed information can be found under the paragraph examination regulations.
Description of the applied grading system (including the grade distribution table) »
The grade distribution table is a statistical representation of the distribution of all successfully completed examinations in a given programme of study or subject (based on all registered students for the programme or subject). The grade distribution table is updated in regular intervals.
| Austrian grading scheme |
Definition |
%-age |
||
| 1 | EXCELLENT: Outstanding performance |
22.7 |
 |
= 100% |
|
2 |
GOOD: Generally good, but with some errors |
26.8 | ||
| 3 | SATISFACTORY: Generally sound work with a number of substantial errors |
27.6 | ||
| 4 | SUFFICIENT: Performance meets the minimum criteria |
22.9 |
||
| 5 | INSUFFICIENT: Substantial improvement necessary; requirement of further work |
December 2021
Overall classification of the qualification
Not applicable
Explanation: An overall classification (mit Auszeichnung bestanden/pass with distinction, bestanden/pass, nicht bestanden/fail) – is awarded only for examinations that conclude a programme of study and consist of more than one subject (an examination of this type is not specified in the curriculum of this programme of study).
Information about the Programme (in German only)
Forms (in German only)
- Evidence of the Bachelor's Thesis according to the curriculum
- Examination Records
- Cover Sheet for the Bachelor's Thesis
- Declaration for Academic Honesty
- Application for Admission to the third and fourth repetition of a course examination
- Recognition of exams AND Supplementary Sheet
Contact and Information
Examination Office
Standort Technikerstraße 17 
Dean of Studies
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Franosch