This paper explains the realization of a concept for research-oriented photonics education. Using the example of the integration of an actual PhD project, it is shown how students are familiarized with the topic of research and scientific work in the first semesters. Typical research activities are included as essential parts of the learning process. Research should be made visible and tangible for the students. The authors will present all aspects of the learning environment, their impressions and experiences with the implemented scenario, as well as first evaluation results of the students.
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.