MSc Electrochemistry and Electroplating at Ilmenau University of Technology

Provides a comprehensive understanding of electrochemical processes and their applications, such as batteries, fuel cells, electroplated surfaces, corrosion and electrolysis for energy storage. Close contacts with national and international industry give students early insight into practice through internships and excursions.

Faculty: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 credit points  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (1 October) and summer semester (1 April)  |  Location: Ilmenau, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

Compulsory subject modules (for example special inorganic chemistry, electrochemical phase boundaries, surface and electroplating technology, batteries and fuel cells, renewable energies and storage technology), an elective module from the Master's in Materials Science, a research project, technical electives, key competences and the master's thesis.

Career pathways

Fields include metal processing, the automotive, electronics and semiconductor industries, aviation, medical technology, electroplating and surface technology, telecommunication, mechanical and plant engineering, sustainable energy supply, energy storage and converters, and corrosion and wear protection layers.

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