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About the Program

Materials determine our lives! This program focuses on understanding how material properties can be matched to specific applications. The foundation course (1st to 4th semester) covers basics of physics, chemistry, engineering, materials science and technology. Students learn the relationships between manufacturing processes, internal structure of materials, and their properties. In the main course, students complete one of six possible fields of study (Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Non-ferrous Metallurgy, Iron and Steel Metallurgy, Foundry Engineering, or Forming Technology) and can specialize according to their interests and career goals. The program includes a five-month industry internship in the 7th semester and concludes with a diploma thesis.
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Materials determine our lives! This program focuses on understanding how material properties can be matched to specific applications. The foundation course (1st to 4th semester) covers basics of physics, chemistry, engineering, materials science and technology. Students learn the relationships between manufacturing processes, internal structure of materials, and their properties. In the main course, students complete one of six possible fields of study (Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Non-ferrous Metallurgy, Iron and Steel Metallurgy, Foundry Engineering, or Forming Technology) and can specialize according to their interests and career goals. The program includes a five-month industry internship in the 7th semester and concludes with a diploma thesis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Diploma Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnologie at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg

Is Diploma Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnologie at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Diploma Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnologie programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Diploma Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnologie at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Diploma Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnologie?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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