MSc Materials Science and Engineering at Ilmenau University of Technology

Research-oriented programme on the structure, properties, production, application and recycling of materials, covering topics such as critical raw materials, sustainability, energy, mobility and health. It deepens experimental and theoretical materials science with physical-chemical foundations and engineering emphasis from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and micro- and nanotechnology. The master's is continued as a joint programme of the universities of Ilmenau and Jena.

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

What you will study

Compulsory modules deepening materials engineering foundations (solid state physics, plastics technology, surface and electroplating technology, digitalisation of materials, material states and analysis), elective materials engineering modules (glass and ceramic materials for micro- and nanotechnology, 3D materials analytics, renewable energies and storage technology, lightweight steel construction), a research project, a technical elective, key competences and the master's thesis.

Career pathways

Fields include mechanical engineering and lightweight construction, the automotive industry, energy technology and renewable energies, environmental technology, micro- and nanotechnology, electronics, medical technology, sensors and actuators, materials development and testing, quality management, aerospace, surface technology and communication technology.

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