Chemistry of Materials

This research-oriented master's provides interdisciplinary training at the interface of chemistry, physics, and materials science. Students gain experimental and theoretical competence in functional materials, microscopy, spectroscopy, multi-scale simulation, and computer-assisted materials science.

Minimum GPA

The official programme page requires an overall grade of 1.9 or better.

English requirements

The official programme page requires English at CEFR level B2. German at DSH-1 level is strongly recommended but proof is not required.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires an above-average bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or an equivalent first degree such as materials science that includes at least 60 ECTS in chemistry or physics.

APS Certificate

Yes, for applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian, or Vietnamese degree.

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

Graduates are prepared for materials-chemistry research and development, quality assurance and control, sustainability assessment, and further doctoral research.

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