Master's in Materials Science Powered by Large Scale Facilities (MaMaSELF²)
A two-year European Master's programme in materials science integrating research at large-scale facilities.
Best for:Best for students with a background in physics, chemistry, or materials science seeking international double-degree experience.
Overview
The MaMaSELF² Master's programme is a collaborative European initiative coordinated by the Technical University of Munich in partnership with several prominent universities in France, Italy, and Poland. The curriculum provides rigorous training in materials science, focusing on the utilization of large-scale research facilities such as synchrotron sources and neutron reactors. Students complete coursework across multiple partner institutions, participate in a specialized summer school, and undertake a comprehensive research thesis project. The programme is designed to prepare skilled scientific and technological professionals for both fundamental research and industrial applications.
What you'll do
- Complete foundational lectures and practical training across consortium partner universities during the first year
- Participate in a two-week summer school focusing on large-scale research facilities and experimental setups
- Write an independent scientific proposal and conduct experiments at designated large-scale facilities
- Execute an advanced research project and thesis during the second year of studies
- Defend the master's thesis successfully in front of an academic examination committee
Requirements
Degree required: BSc degree (or equivalent - 180 ECTS) in physics, chemistry, geoscience, or materials science
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 required via official language certificate such as Cambridge C1 Advanced, TOEFL iBT 88, or IELTS Academic 6.5
Instruction: English
- Solid foundational knowledge in physics, chemistry, geoscience, or materials science
- Ability to formulate scientific research questions and experimental proposals
- Proficiency in scientific analysis and academic writing
- Hold a recognized Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent in relevant scientific disciplines
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application materials through the official MaMaSELF consortium website. Ensure all required language certificates and academic transcripts are prepared prior to the respective scholarship or standard deadlines.
- BSc transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Language certificate
- CV
- Motivation letter
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