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Materials Science and Simulation

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Bochum, GermanyMaterials Science
Free TuitionAPS Requiredfull-time

Degree

Master of Science

Language

English

Tuition

Free

Duration

4 semesters

Programme Overview

Materials Science and Simulation is an English-language master's that combines materials science, physics, and numerical methods across relevant length and time scales. The programme is designed with ICAMS partners and prepares students for advanced research and industrial work in materials modelling and development.

Admission Requirements

Academic requirements

The examination board of the Master's course is entitled to raise further requirements in individual cases.

Minimum GPA
No fixed minimum GPA is published.
English requirements
The official programme information accepts TOEFL paper-based 550, computer-based 215, internet-based 79, IELTS Academic 6.0, or proof that the bachelor's programme was taught in English.
Accepted bachelor fields
Requires a bachelor's degree in materials science, mechanical engineering, physics, chemical engineering, chemistry, nanotechnology, or a comparable subject.
APS Certificate
Yes
Thesis required
Yes
Mandatory internship
No

Costs & Funding

Tuition fee
None
Semester contribution
362.40 EUR social contribution per semester for Summer Semester 2026.
ECTS credits
120
Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 362.40 EUR social contribution per semester for Summer Semester 2026.

Career Outcomes

Prepares students for successful careers in industry and academia.

Specialisations

Computational Materials ScienceAdvanced Functional Materials

Typical job roles

Materials scientistResearch scientistSimulation engineerAcademic researcher

Target industries

Materials industryResearch and developmentAcademia

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Programme details

Degree
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Mode
full-time
Start
Winter semester
Deadline
15 June (annual)

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