Joint visit to one of the ACP quantum research labs.

Internships and practical research modules during the Master programs

Once enrolled in one of the Master programs, students benefit from a strong emphasis on hands-on experience through internships and practical research modules in the laboratories of the Abbe Center of Photonics (ACP) and at external institutions.
Joint visit to one of the ACP quantum research labs.
Image: Jan-Peter Kasper (University of Jena)

Introductory research courses in small groups (1st semester) 

Extensive hands-on experience is one of the most valuable attributes of any true expert in photonics or quantum science. To enhance students’ laboratory experience from the very beginning, both the M.Sc. in Photonics and the M.Sc. in Quantum Science & Technology include practical courses (corresponding to six ECs/ Master credits) that make use of research-grade components and equipment. Experiments are carried out in small groups of two to four students under the supervision of senior researchers.

Slideshow controls Slide 1 of 21

Internships and practical research modules during the Master programs (2nd-4th semester)

Practical training in the Master’s programs continues through internship-equivalent modules in the second and third semesters and culminates in the Master’s thesis in the fourth semester. For each of these modules, an eligible supervisor from the ASP faculty must be appointed. The individual selection of the lab environment in which the modules are carried is strongly influenced by the individual student’s interests and level of initiative.

Most internship and practical resarch module placements are offered at institutes within the Abbe Center of Photonics at Friedrich Schiller University Jena. In addition, these modules and the Master’s degree theses may also be completed at associated research institutions in Jena or, in some cases, with national partners from academia or industry.

  • Abbe Center of Photonics Research

    Our photonics and quantum tech research is performed at different institutions. The responsible ACP scientists are affiliated with a number of university institutions, and students are invited to reach out to either of them.

    Aerial view of the Beutenberg Science Campus in Jena.
    Image: Ballonteam Jena

  • Associated Research Partners

    ACP principal scientists and ASP lecturers take on responsibilities at a number of non-university, associated research institutes in Jena, which work hand in hand with ASP for student internships and theses.

    Control room of the high-power laser system POLARIS.
    Image: Jan-Peter Kasper (University of Jena)

  • Industry partners

    Opportunities for students combining industry and academia.

    Nocturnal Jena from bird's eye view.
    Image: Jan-Peter Kasper (University of Jena)

  • Eligible Supervisors

    All faculty members involved in teaching at our school, both in the Master's degree and doctoral program.

    Prof. Gerhard Paulus
    Image: Fsu Jena

  • Forms M.Sc. Photonics

    Official enrolment forms for the Internship and Research Lab.

    Prospective student in front of a building
    Image: Designed by Freepik / freepik.com
Slideshow controls Slide 1 of 63