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MSc Material Science at University of Koblenz

University of Koblenz, Germany

Programme overview

The interdisciplinary, research-oriented MSc Material Science gives graduates with a bachelor's in Applied Natural Sciences, Material Sciences or related fields advanced knowledge in the chemistry and physics of functional materials, with emphasis on sustainability, the energy transition and digital solutions.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics / Natural Sciences  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English- and German-taught; on campus  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Koblenz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

120 ECTS over four terms. In the compulsory area Fundamentals of Materials Science, students choose 5 of 6 modules: Ceramic Materials, Sustainable Functional Materials, Polymer Chemistry and Natural Products Chemistry, Physics of Metals, Polymer Science and Surface Science. The elective area Advances in Material Science totals 45 ECTS, plus the module Recent Research Topics.

Career pathways

The programme prepares students for a doctorate or for careers in fields related to materials science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open admission (no Numerus clausus). Requires the BSc Applied Natural Sciences at Universität Koblenz or an equivalent degree with a grade of 2.5 or better, with prerequisites in higher mathematics, classical and modern physics, and general, inorganic, solid-state, organic and physical chemistry. Exceptions include a bachelor's thesis grade of 1.5 or better or one year of professional experience. Deadlines: summer semester 15 March, winter semester 30 September. International applicants: winter semester deadline 15 July (EU) and 15 June (non-EU); summer semester deadline 15 January (EU) and 15 December (non-EU).

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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