Composition of the Study Programme
Composition / Structure of degree progamme
In the first four semesters, the degree programme includes basic training in experimental and solid-state physics and theoretical physics (mechanics and quantum mechanics), basic training in chemistry (inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry) and an introduction to mathematical methods. At the same time, from the first semester onwards, you will focus on materials science issues and experiments. The proportion of materials science modules and practicals is then systematically expanded from the third semester onwards. Furthermore, you can take modules according to your individual interests as part of a compulsory elective area. A study project or a professional internship can also be completed here. The Bachelor's degree programme concludes in the sixth semester with the Bachelor's thesis.
Structure of degree programme
| 1st semester | 2nd semester |
|---|---|
| General and inorganic chemistry (6CP) | Mathematical methods II (6CP) |
| Qualitative analytics- Fresenius practical training (6CP) | Physical Chemistry I - Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry and Chemical Kinetics (9 CP) |
| Experimental physics I, Mechanics, thermodynamics and transport processes (6 CP) | Organic Chemistry of Substances (6 CP) |
| Mathematical methods I (6CP) | Experimental Physics II - Electricity, Optics and Relativity (6 CP) |
| Tutorial Advanced Materials (6CP) | Tutorial Advanced Materials (3 CP) |
| 3rd semester | 4th semester |
|---|---|
| Physical-chemical practical training I (6CP) | Compulsory elective area (6CP) |
| Structural Design of Materials - Advanced Materials I (9 CP) | Solid State Physics (9 CP) |
| Theoretical Physics - Mechanics and Quantum Mechanics (9 CP) | Applied Materials Science - Advanced Materials II (9 CP) |
| Organic chemistry practical course I (6 CP) | Practical course in materials science I - Preparation of solids (6 CP) |
| 5th semester | 6th semester |
|---|---|
| Material Science Practical II - Material Properties and Characterisation (6 CP) | Circular economy (6 CP) |
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Analytical methods for material characterisation - Advanced Materials III (9 CP)
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Study project (12 CP) |
| Theoretical Materials Research (6 CP) | Bachelor`s thesis (12 CP) |
| Scientific presentation (3 CP) |
Bachelor's Thesis
The degree programme concludes with the Bachelor's thesis in the final semester. In this thesis, you demonstrate that you can work independently on a specific, defined topic within a limited period of time and present the results to the scientific community. Typical topics for Bachelor's theses can be, for example, the investigation of lithium-oxygen batteries or the stability of solar cells.