BSc Materials Science and Engineering at Ilmenau University of Technology

Teaches the principles and practice needed to develop innovative materials, environmentally sound production processes and modern recycling methods, such as functional materials, composites and coating technologies. Students learn how metals, glass and plastics are built, produced, processed, tested and improved, with a focus on energy, mobility and digitalisation applications. A double master's option with Peru is available.

Faculty: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years), 180 credit points  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (1 October)  |  Location: Ilmenau, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

Engineering foundations (physics, mathematics, computer science, mechanical engineering, manufacturing processes, electrical engineering), materials science foundations (materials science and engineering, materials characterisation, inorganic, general, organic and physical chemistry), elective materials technology modules (inorganic non-metallic materials, plastics technology, materials for electrical engineering, electroplating, semiconductors and electronics), soft skills, a technical internship and the bachelor thesis.

Career pathways

Graduates work in industrial and public research and development, materials producing and processing companies and materials analysis, vehicle construction, electrical engineering, energy technology, the chemical industry, microelectronics, aerospace and medical technology.

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