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Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (Research Master)

Aalen University (Hochschule Aalen) Aalen

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  • 15 Dec
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Applications close on 15 Dec.

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About the programme

Aalen University, known in German as Hochschule Aalen, is a reputable institution located in Aalen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is renowned for its focus on science, engineering, and business studies, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Among its prestigious offerings is the Research Master in Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, a program designed to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in the field of materials science and engineering. This program emphasizes research and development, preparing graduates for significant contributions in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, students are trained to innovate and improve materials and manufacturing processes, setting them on a path to becoming leaders in their field.

Fields of study

Physics(Natural Sciences)
Material Science(Engineering)
Chemistry(Natural Sciences)
Mechanical Engineering(Engineering)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (Research Master) at Aalen University (Hochschule Aalen)

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
210

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Evidence of any professional training, occupation or other practical work

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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APS verification

APS certificate
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Prerequisites

A professionally qualifying university degree (Bachelor's degree, Diplom degree or equivalent) in e.g. Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Engineering or a related subject (e.g. Chemistry or Physics) with an above-average degree (usually with a grade of at least 2.5) and with at least 210 ECTS credit points. All admission requirements can be found under §8 of the LINK admission regulations.

A professionally qualifying university degree (Bachelor, Diploma) in Materials, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field (such as Physics or Chemistry) with an above-average degree.

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What to prepare for your application to Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (Research Master)

Programme-specific documents

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Application to have certificates recognized

Application Form

(1) The application for admission must be submitted via the Aalen University online system or using the form provided by Aalen University.

(2) The following documents must be attached to the application:

a) An officially certified copy of a university degree certificate qualifying for a profession in accordance with Section 8 (1),

b) An officially certified copy of a higher education entrance qualification certificate (HZB),

c) An officially certified copy of a language proficiency certificate in accordance with Section 8 (3),

d) A letter of motivation for the Research Master's program (max. 1 page DIN A4),

e) A tabular CV (max. 2 pages DIN A4)

3) If the documents attached to the application are not in German or English,

an officially certified German or English translation must also be enclosed.

(4) The university may require that the original documents underlying the admission decision be submitted upon enrollment.

(5) The following documents must be submitted to Aalen University by the end of the enrollment deadline specified in the admission letter:

a) Acceptance section of the application for admission or other declaration of acceptance

b) Signed enrollment application with declaration of enrollment

c) Notification of health insurance

d) Passport photograph

e) Proof of payment of the student union contribution and other fees and charges due in connection with the studies (Section 60 (2) No. 8 of the State Higher Education Act (LHG)

(6) The Admissions Office of Aalen University may request additional documents.

Applicants whose native language is not German or English must provide proof of the required German or English language skills with their application. Proof of German proficiency is provided by the German Language Examination for University Entrance (DSH) with a minimum score of DSH-2, the Test of German as a Foreign Language (TestDaF) with an average score of at least level 4, or the Central Advanced Level Examination (ZOP) of the Goethe Institute. For other language certificates, the selection committee will decide on their equivalence. Proof of English proficiency is provided by the TOEIC test with a minimum score of 800, the TOEFL test with a minimum score of 570 (paper-based), or an equivalent test (score conversion is based on the table available at the university's language center).

*The educational certificates we require depends on the country where you competed your education or training. You can find an overview of possible certificates on page 2 of our application form. Please read our country-specific instructions before sending us your documents.

The Studienkolleg keeps all the documents in your application file. So please do not send us originals. Even if you are applying to several universities you only need to file one single application. Once your documents have been recognized, we will send you two copies of the recognition certificate. In case you need more, you canhave them certified at an office that is authorized to issue such certifications (see link under "certified copies of your certificates" above).

Please send your application to the following address:

Hochschule Konstanz

Studienkolleg

Alfred-Wachtel-Str. 8

78462 Konstanz

Deutschland

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (Research Master) at Aalen University (Hochschule Aalen)

Application procedure

To apply, foreign students must provide proof of an initial professional certificate in a discipline required for the desired course of study, which has been converted in accordance with the legal requirements by the Foreigners' Studies College in Konstanz. This converted certificate must be submitted to Aalen University by the application deadline for the respective course of study at the latest.

In order to apply, foreign students must provide proof of a first (bachelor) degree certificate in a subject area required for the desired degree program, wich must bi converted in accordance with the legal requirements by teh Studienkolleg in Konstanz. This converted certificate must be submitted at the latest to Aalen University by the application deadline of the respective degree program.

Applications without proof of certification will not be considered in the selection process. Please contact the Studienkolleg in Konstanz as soon as possible.

Without proof of certificate conversion, consideration in the respective selection process is not possible. Please contact the Studienkolleg in Konstanz in good time.

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Selection process

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Application quick facts

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Required for Application

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Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Admissions Office

Aalen University

Beethovenstr. 1

73430 Aalen

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 – 14,902 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

f you are an international applicant, you may be required to pay tuition fees. You will receive more information after you have been accepted to study.

The semester fee of €132 is made up of an administration fee of €70, a contribution of €50 to the Studierendenwerk Ulm and a contribution of €12 to the student body.

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

17%

1 accepted out of 6 total applications

Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 6 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 6 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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