Master of Science in Materials Science

Modern materials are the basis of technological innovations in important fields such as energy, health, mobility, and information technology. The Master's programme in Materials Science offers the possibility especially, but not exclusively, for students with a Bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science to expand and deepen their knowledge in the experimental and theoretical aspects of the fields of modern materials science. The particular strength of the Paderborn programme is the specialisation in modern functional materials with a strong background of application. It provides the possibility for an early specialisation in one of the prominent research areas at the University of Paderborn. The Master's programme in Materials Science is located at the interface between the department of chemistry and physics. It is complemented by contents from the fields of mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and electrical engineering courses. The programme deliberately emphasises the scientific aspects of the synthesis, structure, processing, and functionality of new and renewable materials.