Master of Science in Metallurgy and Metal Forming
Advance your expertise in metallurgical engineering through an international Master's program at the University of Duisburg-Essen.
Best for:Best for engineering graduates with a Bachelor's degree and bilingual proficiency looking for advanced careers in the metallurgical industry.
Overview
The Master of Science in Metallurgy and Metal Forming at the University of Duisburg-Essen offers comprehensive training in the production, processing, heat treatment, and refinement of metallic materials. Run by the Faculty of Engineering, the program combines foundational theory in metallurgy, thermodynamics, and plastics mechanics with practical skills in process simulation, data processing, and project management. Students engage in a curriculum taught equally in German and English, preparing them for leadership roles in the global iron, steel, and metalworking industries. Applicants are expected to meet academic and language proficiency standards to successfully navigate this four-semester, full-time program.
What you'll do
- Complete mandatory core subjects and advanced theory courses in metallurgy and materials science
- Participate in practical training, profile subjects, and engineering elective courses
- Utilize process simulation and data processing tools for metallurgical applications
- Execute an independent Master's thesis project demonstrating practical and theoretical mastery
- Fulfill study abroad requirements or international mobility components where applicable
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject area with an average mark of at least 3.0 German equivalent
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: German B2 and English B2 required, evidenced by official language certificates such as Goethe-Zertifikat B2 and IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL equivalent
Instruction: German and English (approx. 50% of courses taught in each language)
- Foundational knowledge in engineering, metallurgy, or a closely related discipline
- Ability to engage with technical concepts in both German and English
- Competence in fundamental thermodynamics and material mechanics
- Readiness for academic research and process optimization tasks
- Open to applicants from all countries who hold a recognized Bachelor's degree
- Students with study qualifications from German-speaking institutions must provide proof of a study-related stay abroad during their Bachelor's degree
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-31
Applicants must review the detailed admission periods and submit their application through the university's official online portal. Ensure all required language certificates and academic transcripts are prepared and uploaded before the deadline.
- BSc transcripts and degree certificate
- German language certificate
- English language certificate
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