The authors explain a developed concept for research-oriented education in optics and photonics. It is presented which
goals are to be achieved, which strategies have been developed and how these can be implemented in a blended learning
scenario. The goal of our education is the best possible qualification of the students on the basis of a strong scientific and
research-oriented education, which also includes the acquisition of important interdisciplinary competences. All phases
of a research process are to be mapped in the learning process and offer students an insight into current research topics in
optics and photonics.