Welcome to the Department of Physics
The Department of Physics offers bachelor's and master's study programs in physics, geophysics, meteorology and climate physics, and for the education of physics teachers. Research at the department can be divided into five major topics: Particle and Astroparticle Physics, Quantum Materials and Systems, Optics and Photonics, Geophysics, Meteorology and Climate Physics.
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The precise control of the spins of individual magnetic molecules using an electric field is a key component of quantum technology. The Physikalisches Institut at KIT has played a major role in these new findings.
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Based on the results of the teaching evaluation at KIT, the Physics Department recognizes the instructors of the highest-rated courses in various categories each semester. We congratulate all the award recipients!
Awards for the Winter Term 2025/26
Awards for the Summer Term 2026
In May 2026, more than 200 meteorology students from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland gathered at KIT to network, exchange professional ideas, and gain insights into our current areas of work and research.
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