Chemistry
Summary
| Degree | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
|---|---|
| Subject group | Natural Sciences and Computer Sciences |
| Standard program duration | 4 semesters |
| Admission requirements |
none
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| Start of studies |
Winter semester
Summer semester |
| Language | English, German, Bilingual |
| Enrollment requirements | |
| Further information | Website of Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology |
| Department | Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology |
Overview
The Master’s degree program Chemistry enables students to deepen their knowledge and practical skills with regard of the current state of research in order to work independently, e.g. in the fields of research, development, production or analytics. The main language of instruction on the Master's degree program is English. This way, students learn to master English technical terms and apply them in an international professional environment.
Students can choose between two major fields of study. The major field “Molecules and Materials” comprises mainly courses in inorganic and organic chemistry. In the major field “Experiment and Theory”, on the other hand, students select courses in physical/theoretical and technical chemistry. The assignment of courses in analytical chemistry is regulated in the module handbook. In addition to compulsory elective lectures and laboratory courses, students complete a research internship in one subject of the major field. Through the final Master’s thesis in the same subject, students demonstrate their ability to work independently in a scientific manner.
In the Master's degree program, it is very well possible to study abroad for one or two semesters. Comparable exams and laboratory courses passed successfully abroad can easily be credited due to the freedom of choice in the Master's degree program.
Skills and knowledge
The Master’s degree program Chemistry is based on the corresponding Bachelor’s degree program. Therefore, not only comprehensive theoretical education from the Bachelor’s degree program is required, but also a comparable scope of laboratory courses in classical chemistry. Admission to the Master’s degree program is therefore only possible if the Bachelor’s degree program is comparable to the Bachelor's degree degree program in Chemistry at TU Dortmund University. An application for admission must be submitted to verify the equivalence. The Bachelor's degree program in Chemical Biology at TU Dortmund University is considered comparable. A German grade of at least 3.2 is required for admission to the Master’s degree program, as well as proof of English language proficiency at level B2.
Field of activity
As industry is constantly developing new products and expanding its range, there is a wide variety of opportunities for chemists. Depending on their interests and the focus of their studies, graduates can work in research and development, for example in the fields of additives, new medical agents, special catalysts, materials for new technologies, environmentally friendly products or measuring methods and devices. There are also good career opportunities in areas such as patenting, organization, product management, process optimization, sales, marketing, public relations, occupational safety, quality management, pharmaceutical consulting and business consulting.
However, most students complete their doctorate before entering the workforce. During this period of completing the thesis (about 3-5 years), it is common to finance living through temporary employment (usually half-time) or a scholarship.
Additional information
A special feature of the Master's program in Chemistry at the TU Dortmund University is the intensive cooperation with the Department of Biochemical and Chemical Engineering, the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology and the Leibniz Institute for Analytical Sciences (ISAS). In addition to classical chemistry, courses are offered in analytical, industrial, bioorganic, bioinorganic, medicinal and macromolecular chemistry as well as in molecular modeling etc. It is also possible to take vocational training courses, particularly in the field of economics, as part of the Master's degree program.