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RWTH Aachen University
Program Overview
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Students interested in the Microelectronics and Nanoelectronics major have to apply for the Master's degree programme in “Electrical Engineering and Information Technology” . Once accepted and enrolled, they can choose any one of the five majors (Microelectronics and Nanoelectronics, Systems and Automation, Communications Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Biomedical Systems Engineering). The domain- and subject-specific skills and competences attained at the Master's level in electrical engineering and information technology build upon the skills and competences from the Bachelor's level. Within the field of microelectronics and nanoelectronics, graduate coursework provides a high level of specialisation, research-related training, and in-depth, domain-specific knowledge at a professional level. The field of microelectronics and nanoelectronics is a cross-disciplinary field covering knowledge and skills from other specialisations, such as biomedical engineering, computer engineering, and information and communication technology as well as electrical power engineering and the interactions with the following topics specific to microelectronics and nanoelectronics: devices, sensors, actuators, measurement instrumentation, and technology for fabrication analogue, mixed-signal, high frequency, and digital circuit design architecture, systems, and selected applications of VLSI systems In many aspects, the field of microelectronics and nanoelectronics is a system science. Graduates will be able... to apply theoretical concepts of system identification, modelling, and optimisation to take technical-scientific questions from practice, to understand the problems, to formulate them, and then communicate them to others in an appropriate way to analyse engineering and technology questions and formulate solutions to understand the impact of design activities on the life cycle of products to adequately report results and work practices both in writing and verbally using current technical language and terminology in order to persuade others about the benefits of new ideas and inventions to communicate adequately in their native language and in English
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October); Summer (April)
Duration
4 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€45,000 – €75,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Admission to this study programme requires proof of adequate knowledge of the English language (TOEFL-iBT 90, IELTS 5.5, or equivalent). International students who cannot provide proof of German language skills at level B1 or better (according to the CEFR) are obliged to take German language courses as part of their curriculum (equivalent to 8 ECTS credits). More information about language skills
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
1. In order to apply to the RWTH Master's programme Electrical Engineering and Information Technology with a Microelectronics and Nanoelectronics specialisation, applicants should have completed their basic studies (Bachelor of Science or Engineering or an equivalent academic degree) at an internationally recognised university. The basic study should fulfil the subject requirements listed below and in detail at the homepage of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. More information about subject requirements At least 28 ECTS credits for advanced mathematics at least 10 ECTS credits for physics and physical principles of electronic devices at least 34 ECTS credits for fundamentals of electrical engineering including circuit technology at least 8 ECTS credits for informatics (computer science) and programming at least 10 ECTS credits for fundamentals of control and mathematical systems theory at least 10 ECTS credits for advanced electromagnetic field theory or theoretical information theory at least 20 ECTS credits for application-oriented courses 2. In addition, at the time of application, all applicants are obliged to prove that they have taken the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test. The test score must fulfil the minimum requirements according to the current examination regulations. Applicants who are citizens of a member state of the European Union or the European Economic Area (EEA) as well as those with prior educational qualifications from Germany (so-called “Bildungsinländer”) are exempt from this rule. 3. Conditional admissions are possible. In this case, additional study requirements have to be fulfilled. 4. Admission to this Master's course requires proof of an adequate knowledge of the English language (see below).
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
IELTS 5.5 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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