M.Sc. Molecular Sciences - Spectroscopy and Simulation

1. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, mathematics, biochemistry or related engineering fields.

2. Compared to the German rating system (according to which 1.0 is the best and 4.0 is the lowest grade), you should have an average of at least 2.0. All foreign grades will be evaluated according to this system. In order to give you an idea of what your chances are for admission to the program, the following rules of thumb can be applied:

a. In GPA-ratings (maximum grade 4.0, minimum grade to pass 2.0) you need at least an average of 3.0

b. In percentage-ratings (100% maximum, minimum grade to pass 40%), you need at least 70%

c. If your degree includes ratings like “first division”, “first division with distinction” etc., you should have at least earned one of the two best ratings.

3.Required credits

a. 10 CP in Mathematics

b. 8 CP in Theoretical Chemistry and/or Spectroscopic Techniques and/or Quantum Mechanics and/or equivalent topics.

These requirements serve to ensure similar starting conditions for our future students. A good indicator if you are suited for our Master Course Program is that you understand most of the terms listed below:

Mathematics: You are familiar with basic mathematical concepts like real and complex valued vector spaces, matrices and operators, basis set transformations, partial differentiation, integration over arbitrary dimensional spaces, some common types of differential equations and their solutions, and basic statistical entities like distributions, averages, data regression and hypothesis tests.

Quantum Mechanics: You are able to explain basic concepts like particle wave dualism, operators, and wave functions and know the solutions to simple quantum mechanical problems (e.g. particle in the box, harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atom).

General Physics and Spectroscopy: You are familiar with basic concepts of classical mechanics, thermodynamics/statistical mechanics (e.g. microcanonical and canonical ensembles) and have some basic knowledge on approximate solutions of the Schrödinger equation such as perturbation theory and the Born-Oppenheimer approximation. You know the difference of spectroscopic concepts like rotational spectroscopy, rovibrational IR spectroscopy of simple molecules, fluorescence and Raman-spectroscopy Since we expect a variety of applicants, we offer a preparatory course in general mathematics (Module M) right before the start of our core program, as well as a selection of elective courses that serve to strengthen your knowledge in those fields not fully covered by your bachelor studies.