M.Sc. Material Engineering and Industrial Heritage Conservation
TH Georg Agricola University of Applied Sciences (THGA) Bochum
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- Winter and summerIntake
- EnglishLanguage
- 4 semestersDuration
- 30 NovNext deadline
Applications close on 30 Nov.
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About the programme
Material Engineering and Conservation Science (MECS) is an international Master of Science at TH Georg Agricola University (THGA). It covers the whole life cycle of materials, from manufacture to recycling, with two directions: materials processing and performance, and industrial heritage conservation. You learn to optimise innovative materials, especially metals and polymers, with sustainability in mind, including how additive manufacturing can produce durable components. On the heritage side, you use materials science to understand damage such as ageing, corrosion and wear in historic buildings and structures, and develop solutions to preserve them. The programme takes four semesters full time or six part time. It is designed to start in winter; a summer start is possible but may cause delays.
Specialization
-Students have to choose one focus area out of two areas Material Engineering Industrial Heritage Conservation
Fields of study
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Material Engineering and Industrial Heritage Conservation at TH Georg Agricola University of Applied Sciences (THGA)
English language
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Yes
German language
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Not mentioned
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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Required
No
While not required, relevant experience in materials science, conservation, or engineering could strengthen your application and help during your studies
Internships are optional during the program, but recommended
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
Start of study The program is designed to begin in the winter semester. The application deadline is July 15 annually. If you wish to enroll for the summer semester, please contact the Student Advisory Service as early as possible. In this case, the application deadline is January 15
Entry requirements:
A first-level university degree qualifying for a relevant profession in Applied Material Sciences or similar (Bachelor or German _Diplom_) with an overall grade of “good” or higher. Graduates with a degree in other fields or a lower overall grade will be admitted after their aptitude has been identified in an aptitude test.
Another prerequisite to commence the studies is a qualified degree with a result of the overall mark 2.0 (good, ECTS mark B) or higher awarded in a university degree pro gramme (either Bachelor or German Diplom).
If the student does not the requirements stated in paragraph 2 or assigned to paragraphs 3 or 4, he or she may be permitted to enrol in the programme in individual cases. After checking the documents, is there is a case of doubt, an admission interview or a written test will determine whether the candidate is eligible to commence his or her studies. This eligibility will be determined by an admission committee according to no. 3 of this ap pendix. Based on the admission interview or a written report, the admission committee shall decide whether the specialist qualification in the basic subjects of Applied Material Sciences can be evidenced by the candidate.
Proficiency in German and/or English language as per examination regulations.
(a) a) having passed the TOEFL iBT with a result of 87 points minimum (b) having passed the IELTS test with a result of 6.0 points (c) having passed another acknowledged language test with a result equivalent to TOEFL and IETLS points (d) having completed a study programme fully in English at an acknowledged univer sity of a duration of at least one year (e) having completed school education fully in English at an acknowledged school of a duration of at least one year (f) having obtained a degree in a relevant study programme that offers courses of technical English with a scope of at least 2 credit points (CP).
Another prerequisite to commence the studies is a qualified degree with a result of the overall mark 2.0 (good, ECTS mark B) or higher awarded in a university degree pro gramme (either Bachelor or German Diplom).
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Material Engineering and Industrial Heritage Conservation
Programme-specific documents
CV
University entrance qualification certificate
Certificates and evidence of your school qualification and your work placement as certified copies
Previous university degrees earned
Corresponding transcripts
Proof of relevant work experience
Proof of subject-specific practical experience
Additional application documents for international students
translation of foreign/external application documents
Proof of grading system
Evidence of proficiency in German language
A passport-size photograph (for your student ID-card)
Valid ID-card/passport with residence permit
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
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Selection process
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Address
Technical University Georg Agricola
Herner Street 45 · 44787 Bochum
Staatlich anerkannte Hochschule
Herner Strasse 45
44787 Bochum
www.thga.d
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
238.8 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,382 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
Additional fee information
THGA is a state-accredited university and does not charge tuition fees. The only contribution due is a small fee for the use of university facilities and public transport in NRW.
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Acceptance rate
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0 accepted out of 2 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.69
Avg. rejected grade
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Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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