Master Science et génie des matériaux, parcours Design des surfaces et matériaux innovants (DSMI) at INSA Strasbourg

M2 pathway (sciences, technology, health) preparing managers in materials with a focus on surfaces, interfaces and thin films, complementing engineering training with research-based skills. INSA Strasbourg, Université de Haute-Alsace and Université de Strasbourg co-accredit it.

Department: Master co-accredited with Université de Strasbourg and Université de Haute-Alsace  |  Duration: 1 year (M2); semester 2 is a 5-month internship from February to June  |  Study mode: full-time (French, some courses in English)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Strasbourg, Grand Est, France

What you will study

Surface properties and their improvement through treatment or coating, design optimisation and material choice, with introduction to surface characterisation on research laboratory equipment of the Alsace materials and nanosciences pole. The first semester shares many courses with INSA Strasbourg; the second is a five-month industry or research internship. Taught by staff of the Université de Strasbourg physics and engineering faculty, INSA Strasbourg and ECPM.

Career pathways

Innovation and R&D roles in emerging sectors such as smart, innovative and sustainable materials.

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