Advanced Materials (M.Sc.)
Taught in German or English
Overview
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- Overview
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This degree programme offers the opportunity to acquire a double degree. There are double degree programmes with Osaka University (Japan), Kansai University (Japan) and the University of Padua (Italy). This degree programme can be studied
- in German (with a few English-language modules) or
- entirely in English.
Overview
Which materials improve the performance of batteries in electric cars? How should a solar cell be coated so that it generates more electricity? How can the material properties of implants be improved so that they are not rejected by the human body?
‘Advanced materials are modern functional materials whose properties have been specifically modified in order to optimise them for a particular application. Areas of application include medicine, mobility, communication, energy supply and aerospace. The development of such advanced materials requires interdisciplinary knowledge of chemistry and physics in order to understand and modify the interplay of material properties, as well as creativity and a spirit of discovery for practical optimisation in the laboratory.The research-oriented Master's degree course in Advanced Materials provides you with the theoretical and practical knowledge to optimise materials for future applications and develop them further in a professional environment. The programme is closely integrated into current materials research in Giessen with a focus on high-performance materials and energy materials. This gives you the opportunity to work on current research projects.
You will acquire in-depth practical skills in the laboratory, work independently on smaller research projects and learn to develop solutions to problems with innovative ideas. In addition to basic expertise in materials science, you will specialise in a materials science research topic from the outset and thus hone your individual profile.
The degree programme is offered jointly by the Departments of Physics (Department 07) and Chemistry (Department 08)..Subject-specific prerequisites
You should have previous knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry and be keen to carry out practical work yourself in order to experimentally develop, characterise and optimise new functional materials.
English language skills at level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) must be available.
- Duration of studies 4 Semester 120 Credit Points (CP)
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Duration of Studies
4 Semesters - 120 Credit Points (CP)
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Accreditation
since 23 June 2005
Composition of the Study Programme
- Duration of studies 4 Semester 120 Credit Points (CP)
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Duration of Studies
4 Semesters - 120 Credit Points (CP)
- Composition of the Study Programme
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Composition of the Study Programme
The Master's degree programme in Advanced Materials is a research-oriented degree programme. In the first and second semesters, it comprises four basic materials science modules on functional solid-state materials, functional ‘soft’ materials, the technical fundamentals of materials science and renewable energies.
From the first semester onwards, students choose a subject specialisation, such as
- Electrochemical materials research,
- High-performance materials,
- materials analysis,
- Theoretical materials research,
- Sustainable inorganic materials,
- Organic Materials Synthesis.
In addition, students can pursue their individual interests in compulsory elective modules. As part of the research module in the third semester, students work on a theoretical and practical materials science problem in a research group in the fields of chemistry and physics. Building on this, the Master's programme concludes with the Master's thesis in the form of an independent scientific paper in the fourth semester.
Study Programme
1st Semester 2nd Semester Technical fundamentals of materials science (6 CP) Functional soft materials (6 CP) Renewable Energies (6 CP) Functional solid-state materials (6 CP) Professional specialisation (12 CP) Fachliche Spezialisierung (12 CP) Compulsory elective area (6 CP) Compulsory elective area (6 CP) 3rd Semester 4th Semester Forschungsmodul (12 CP) Master-Thesis (30 CP) Fachliche Spezialisierung (18 CP) Master's thesis
The final Master's thesis in the fourth semester leads to the second degree qualifying for a profession: Master of Science. In the Master's thesis students must show that they are able to work academically and independently on a limited concrete topic for a limited period and present their findings to the academic world. The Master`s thesis is to be presented in the working group, discussed by the colleagues and defended and evaluated by two examiners.
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Further Information
A description of the core- and specialisation modules can be found in the special regulations with module descriptions and module plans (in German)
More on this... ("Spezielle Ordnung")
Courses offered in the course catalogue
- Electronical course catalogue (in German)
Application
- Commencement of Studies in the Winter Semester
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Commencement of studies
Only possible in the winter semester
- Application
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Application Procedure
Depending on where you obtained either your university entrance certificate or your Bachelor degree, we differentiate two application procedures:
Case A
You need to use JLU’s application portal if
- you hold a completed Bachelor’s degree obtained at a German university (the country of origin of your university entrance certificate is of no importance).
- your German Bachelor programme is not yet complete. Please provide a preliminary report. The country of origin of your university entrance certificate is of no importance.
- you want to change to another degree programme at JLU. The country of origin of your university entrance certificate is of no importance.
Case B
You need to submit your application to uni-assist if
- you hold a completed Bachelor’s degree obtained at a foreign university (the country of origin of your university entrance certificate is of no importance).
- you obtained your university entrance certificate abroad and attended but not completed yet a Bachelor programme at any other university within EU. Please provide a preliminary report.
- Application: deadline, intake capacity, fees
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Intake Capacity ("Numerus Clausus")
The intake capacity of this degree programme is not limited internally by the university.
Deadlines
Application for enrolment period winter semester 2025/26
German-language option
Application for enrolment starts
- 1 June 2025
Application deadline
- for applicants with a German Bachelor's degree: 1 September 2025
- for applicants with an international Bachelor's degree: 15 August 2025
Englisch-language option
Application for enrolment starts
- for applicants with a German Bachelor's degree: 1 June 2025
- for applicants with an international Bachelor's degree: 1 May 2025
Application deadline
- 15 June 2025
Fees
No study fees are charged for this study program. However, students have to pay a semester contribution of approx. 400 EUR for administration and the Germany semester ticket (details).
- Application: Entrance requirements
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Entrance requirements
Admission requirement is a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science (Advanced Materials) with at least 180 ECTS credits including a scientific thesis (Bachelor's thesis).
In addition, other relevant, professionally qualifying university degrees (such as Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Biomaterials, Energy Materials, Materials Engineering) may be recognised on a case-by-case basis.
Admission may include additional coursework totalling up to 18 CP, which must be completed within the first two semesters.
Admission can be made dependent on passing an entrance examination. The skills and knowledge required for the Master's degree programme are assessed on the basis of the specified requirements for the prerequisite university degree. Applicants will be invited to take the entrance examination with at least three weeks' notice.
- Application: Language requirements
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Language requirements
For this degree programme, language skills in English at level B2 must be demonstrated. This must be proven by one of the following options:
- German Abitur
- TOEFL test ITB (internet-based test) with at least 72 points or IELTS test with at least a score of 5.5 in the academic test;
- Local university entrance qualification in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa;
- Completion of an English-language Bachelor's degree programme in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa;
- "UNIcert II" certificate;
- Certificates that are certified according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) with at least level B2.
The examination board decides on the recognition of other language certificates.
Applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification should also note the required proof of German language skills. More
Career Options
International
- International: incomings
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Information about studying at Justus Liebig University Giessen (incomings)
This degree programme offers the opportunity to obtain a double degree Master's degree. There are double degree programmes with Osaka University (Japan), Kansai University (Japan) and the University of Padua (Italy).
Departmental contact persons:
International Office
General counselling of international students
studium-international@uni-giessen.de
Goethestrasse 58
35390 Giessen
Contact and office hours
- International pages
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Please have a look at our International Pages for more information in English.
Further Information
- Further Information: Documents
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PDF documents for the courses of study
Examination- and study regulations
- Special regulations (in German)
(with module descriptions and module plans) (in English)
(Please note that only the German version of the modules is offical and legally binding. The english Version is for informative purposes only.) - General study regulations for modular and multi-stage study programmes
Courses offered in the course catalogue
- Electronical course catalogue (in German)
- Special regulations (in German)
- Working Group Material Science of JLU
- Insights into the research of the LaMa
- Master's Degree Programmes of Faculty 07
- Master's Degree Programmes of Faculty 08
- International pages
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Please have a look at our International Pages for more information in English.
- Any Questions
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Any Questions?
Information- and advisory services of JLU can be found under the category “contact” on this page!
Contact
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Subject Advisors
- Subject Advisors
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Faculty 07
Academic Director
Prof. Dr. Anja Henß
Chair of the examination board M.Sc. Advanced Materials
Institute of Experimental Physics I
Heinrich-Buff-Ring 16
35392 Giessen
Tel.: +49 641 99 33120Faculty 08
Study Advisor
Dr. Bjoern Luerßen
Institute of Physical Chemistry
Heinrich-Buff-Ring 17
35392 Gießen
Tel.: 0641 - 99 34504
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- Beate Pitzler
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