BSc Biogenic Materials at Technical University of Munich

The finiteness of petroleum and fossil-based raw materials and structural changes towards a bioeconomy require the development of innovative biogenic materials. A particular challenge is combining the requirements regarding processability and high-performance properties with sustainability aspects. In the light of the dramatic environmental and climate changes in recent years and the finiteness of fossil raw materials like petroleum, material sciences specializing in biogenic materials is seen as a progressive and visionary discipline. Taught at Straubing.

Faculty: TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester (October)  |  Location: München, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

In the first two semesters the course focuses on building a solid mathematical, scientific, and technical basis for further studies. Starting from the second semester, advanced physical modules lay the foundation for the special requirements of materials science. From the fourth semester onwards, students choose from a list of elective modules, which lets them set an individual focus in the broad field of material science.

Career pathways

The Bachelor’s degree “Biogenic Materials” opens up different career opportunities. In addition to a scientific career/doctorate in (biogenic) material sciences and related branches of science at universities in Germany and abroad (e.g. via the master’s program Materials Science and Engineering at the MSE/TUM or Biogenic Materials at the TUM Campus Straubing) as well as in research institutes, graduates have ideal prerequisites for a career in the field of technological utilization of biomass.

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