Molecular Sciences – Spectroscopy and Simulation

This research-oriented interdisciplinary master's combines molecular and physical chemistry, biochemistry, and physics with spectroscopy and molecular simulation. The programme emphasises small-group teaching, integrated research practice, and international exposure, including an obligatory international course component.

Academic requirements

This highly competitive programme relies on your skills in quantum mechanics, mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Basic knowledge about concepts of classical mechanics and thermodynamics / statistical mechanics is mandatory.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published.

English requirements

The official programme information accepts TOEFL 600 paper-based, TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 6.0, or written proof that the first degree was taught entirely in English.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in chemistry, physics, mathematics, biochemistry, or a related engineering field.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

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.

The areas of optical and information technologies (e.g. lasers, microscopy, data mining, medical applications) are particularly attractive for iMOS graduates.

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