Master of Materials Science
Examination regulations Masters of Materials Science (as of Oct 2016 - GERMAN Version)
Examination regulations Masters of Materials Science (ENGLISH translation - German version binding only)
Modular Structure of the Master Course Materials Science (valid from Oct. 2016)
To finish the Master degree, modules must be completed in the total amout of 120 CP
(CP = credit point; 1 CP equals 30 h) in accordance to the following regulations:
Compulsory Modules (Materials Science)
| Module Name | LP |
|---|---|
| Sum | 51 |
| Synthesis and Properties of Inorganic Materials Advanced Materials Science Laboratory Atomic Transport and Phase Transformations Polymer Materials Science Advanced Science Seminar(1) Practical Skills and Project Planning(2) |
6 9 6 9 6 15 |
1) The module "Advanced Science Seminar" comprises participation in a seminar (presentation of a scientific talk and discussion of the contributions of other students) and the certified attention to at least 8 talks in the Materials Science Colloquium. Seminars to varying topics will be regularly offered by the university teachers.
2) The module "Practical Skills and Project Planning" is usually performed in the same scientific group as the Master Project.
Compulsory Optional Modules (related or unrelated to Materials Science)
| Module Name | LP |
|---|---|
| Sum | 9 |
| General skills (chosen from catalog) Engineering Science (chosen from catalog) |
0 - 9 0 - 9 |
Subject of Specialization (Compulsory Optional)
| Module Name | LP |
|---|---|
| Sum | 30 |
| Subject I: Modules chosen according catalog Subject II: Modules chosen according catalog |
12 - 18 12 - 18 |
The "Specialisation Subjects" represent the core of the scientific education. Presently, they can be chosen from the following:
- Advanced Materials Characterization
- Functional Materials
- Inorganic Materials Chemistry
- Materials Theory and Simulation
- Metals and Structural Materials
- Nanomaterials and Surfaces
- Plastics Engineering
- Soft Matter and Bio-Materials
Each of these subjects offers a choice of different related modules which can be selected in accordance to the "Subject Catalog of Material Science Specialization Catalog". In exceptional cases, also individual choices can be approved by the Chair of the examination board, if coherent profile is built. Some modules are only offered in biannual frequency. So early planning of your individual schedule is recommended.
Master's Thesis
| Name | LP |
|---|---|
| Master-Thesis | 30 |
Time Schedule
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Sem. I 28 CP |
Synthesis and Properties of Inorganic Materials 4V/1Ü) 6 CP |
Advanced Materials Science Laboratory (6P) 9 CP |
Material Science Specialization I Compulsory Optional |
Optional courses(general) (2) 9 CP |
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Sem. II 31 CP |
Atomic Transport and Phase Transformations (4V/1Ü) 6 CP |
(5V/2Ü) 9 CP |
12-18 CP(1,4) |
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Sem. III 31 CP |
Practical Skills and Project Planning (related to topic of Master Thesis) |
--Specialization II (Choice among alternative subjects) 12-18 CP(1,4) |
(4S) 6 CP |
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Sem. IV |
Master Thesis 30 CP |
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- Specialization I & II must be selected from predefined module containers. In total 30 CP must be obtained in “Specialization I and II” together.
- Choice from an extended catalog with various topics offered by University including natural sciences, engineering, soft skills and languages.
- Regular participation in the Materials Science Colloquium and active participation in an advanced seminar offered by one the University teaches active in the Master program.
- Lectures can be offered in a double year rhythm, if necessary.
| Compulsory, Materials Science | |
| Compulsory optional, Materials Science | |
| Compulsory optional, General Studies | |
| Research training, compulsory but depending on individual choice of thesis project |
Recommended scheme of the Master Program in Materials Science at the University of Stuttgart. The content, organization and examination regulations of the modules are given in the module descriptions, which can be seen by click on the respective modules in the scheme. (CP: credit points, L: lecture, E: exercise, S: seminar, P: practical course, 1 CP equals 30 h)