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Materials Science and Engineering [Εnglish traсk]
(Starting: Both Semesters)
- Starting
- Both Semesters
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at university
- Study Mode:
- On campus
Course Description
The interdisciplinary master’s program in Materials Science and Engineering at the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology prepares students for exciting careers creating and improving materials for modern technologies and innovative applications. Possible application areas are, for example, composite materials for fuel-efficient lightweight concepts in automotive, high-performance functional materials for more powerful information and energy storage systems, or biocompatible materials for medical equipment.
The German track of the program was established back in 2011/2012. From the winter semester of 2020/21 on, the two-year MSc can also be studied in English or bilingual. In the English-taught track of the master’s program, students from different disciplinary and cultural backgrounds are brought together in an enriching environment. An excellent support ratio as well as German courses help international students in familiarizing themselves with living and studying in Germany.
Excellence in Teaching and Research
The English track of the program is made possible in cooperation with the Cluster of Excellence 3D Matter Made to Order (3DMM2O), which is jointly carried by KIT and Heidelberg University. New courses led by Principal Investigators of 3DMM2O are part of the program to lay the foundation and specifically prepare international students to continue their work in the Cluster after graduation.
Material Science at KIT has a considerable reputation. For example, the journal U.S. News ranked KIT Materials Science at the top of German universities in 2020. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021, Materials Sciences at KIT are ranked second in Germany and among the top 50 worldwide. Additionally, the new Material Research Center for Energy Systems (MZE) on KIT Campus South aims to form a stronger network between KIT, Fraunhofer Society, and relevant companies.
Karlsruhe is located in one of the most dynamic high-tech areas in Europe – several major companies such as Bosch, Siemens, Mercedes-Benz and Michelin have their production facilities here. The research strength of the region is also due to the backing of Baden Wuerttemberg: In a 2022 comparison of 90 regions in the EU on investment in research and development, the state ranked 1st.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Materials Science and Engineering. Candidates with other equivalent but less common degrees (e.g. Mechatronic, Nanotechnology) will also be considered.
Minimum standard period of study: 3 years.
Required ECTS credits: 180.
Students are expected to have thorough knowledge in:
- Metals and Materials Physics
- Ceramics
- Polymers
- Functional Materials
- Higher Mathematics
- Technical Mathematics
- Experimental Physics
- Inorganic and Applied Chemistry
If the bachelor degree has not yet been conferred by the closing date for applications, but will be completed before the registration, you can apply with a preliminary transcript of recοrds.
Above average gradеs.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishSpecification: No section below 5.5.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
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Application Documents
To finish your online application you will have to upload the required documents as PDF in the portal. Credentials and certificates that are not in German or English must be translated by a sworn translator. The original must be presented at enrolment.
You are required to enclose the following documents in your application:
- Copy of your bachelor's degree certificate. If the bachelor's degree is not yet available at the closing date for applications but will be completed before the registration, candidates can apply with a preliminary transcript of records.
- Proof of university entrance qualification (high school diploma/school leaving certificate).
- Proof of basic knowledge in the area of studies or proof of a successful entrance examination.
- Written declaration by the applicant as to whether he/she has definitively failed an examination required by the examination regulations in the master’s program in Materials Science and Materials Engineering or a related course of study with essentially the same content or whether the right to take the examination no longer exists for other reasons.
- Proof of English language proficiency (see language requirements). It is possible to replace the TOEFL or IELTS test with a certificate from your university stating that you have completed your studies in English. The test is not necessary if your mother tongue is English or you have completed your former study program in English. In this case, the official language of your former study program has to be mentioned on the final certificate, its supplement, or the transcript of records.
- Chinese, Mongolian & Vietnamese Applicants: Please insert an APS certificate or hand it in the latest by March 31 (for the summer term) or September 30 (for the winter tеrm).
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