Chemistry of Functional Molecules and Materials | Master
University of Potsdam Potsdam
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- 15 FebNext deadline
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About the programme
Chemistry of Functional Molecules and Materials is an English-taught MSc at the University of Potsdam, worth 120 credit points over 4 semesters, with a start in summer or winter. You gain in-depth knowledge across organic, inorganic, physical and theoretical chemistry, biochemistry and materials science, with a focus on how functional molecules and materials are developed and used in areas such as catalysis, biomedicine, sensor technology and sustainable technologies. Mandatory modules cover polymers, solid-state systems, modern synthesis and analytics. You then choose lab courses and electives in Materials and Interfaces or Molecular and Biomolecular Chemistry, and complete two research projects and a thesis. It suits graduates in chemistry or a related science or engineering subject.
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What you need to apply for Chemistry of Functional Molecules and Materials | Master at University of Potsdam
English language
German language
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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For an application without a formally completed degree, the following minimum number of credit points must be documented at the time of application with a current transcript of records or confirmation issued by the institution of higher education regarding the current total number of credit points up to that point:
at least 140 credit points for bachelor’s degree programs with a total of 180 credit points
at least 170 credit points for bachelor’s degree programs with a total of 210 credit points
at least 200 credit points for bachelor’s degree programs with a total of 240 credit points
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Prerequisites
1. In general, the prerequisite for master’s degree studies at the University of Potsdam is a first academic degree qualifying for a profession, such as a bachelor’s degree, with 180 CPs. Your first degree should be in chemistry or a in a natural sciences or engineering subject relevant to the program. You should be able to provide evidence of having obtained 60 CPs in chemistry. You should also provide evidence of practical laboratory skills in general, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry through laboratory attendance periods amounting to at least 12 CPs.
Mandatory evidence of language proficiency:
(1) Proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages with a certificate listed on the page Required Language Skills for University Studies (opens in a new tab) under English Language Skills Level B2 (CEFR). The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis. Documents presented for the equivalency evaluation must contain cofirmation of evaluated language skills in listening comprehension, reading comprehension and writing skills,
(2) Proof of German language proficiency on the level of at least A1 (CEFR) with a certificate listed on the page Required Language Skills for University Studies (opens in a new tab) under German Language Skills Level A1 (CEFR).
Documents checklist
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Programme-specific documents
1. Proof of a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent first degree from a university-level program
As proof, please submit your degree certificate, your final transcript, and, if available, the Diploma Supplement.
If the academic components are not clearly apparent from your final transcript, please also submit a confirmation of the modules you have completed and the credits you have earned (for example, a module performance overview, performance record, or transcript of records).
For an application without a formal degree, the following minimum number of credits must be documented with a current transcript of records or a confirmation issued by the university of the current total number of credits at the time of application:
at least 140 credits for Bachelor's programs with a total of 180 credits
at least 170 credits for Bachelor's programs with a total of 210 credits
at least 200 credits for Bachelor's programs with a total of 240 credits"
2. Proof of Completed Modules and Earned Credits
3. If applicable, confirmation of equivalence for foreign degrees
A confirmation of equivalence for foreign degrees is only required if you apply via PULS.
If you are submitting a foreign academic degree or academic records from a higher education institution not state-recognized in Germany, you must also upload a document on the evaluation of the degree as an entrance qualification for master’s studies (preliminary review documentation – Vorprüfungsdokumentation or VPD) via the admission and enrollment portal. Please refer to the following website for information on how to apply for a VPD.
Applying for a VPD does not count as an application for the degree program. Be sure to allow enough time to apply for a VPD; the average processing time at uni-assist is 4 to 6 weeks.
The VPD must be submitted via the admission and enrollment portal by the application deadline.
APS:
If you would like to apply with a degree from a recognized institution of higher education in the People's Republic of China, Vietnam or India, you must also submit the relevant APS certificate with your application documents in addition to the VPD.
4. If applicable, translations
5. Proof of Study Content
6. A complete and up-to-date CV in tabular format
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Tuition
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Semester contribution
354.8 EUR
per semester
Application fee
Free
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Estimated year-1 total cost
12,614 EUR
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