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Universität des Saarlandes
Master German + English Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Materials Science and Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Materials science is one of the key technological fields of the 21st century. Together with three research institutions located on campus, Saarland University is one of the leading centres for materials science and engineering in Germany. The Master's programme boasts an excellent student-staff ratio and offers considerable scope for students to tailor course content to suit their personal interests. The program comprises 120 Credit Points (CP) and is divided into general compulsory modules (18 CP), specialization modules in Materials Science or Materials Engineering (36 CP), elective modules (min. 15 CP), elective area, and Master's thesis (30 CP). Graduates have a wide range of possible career paths in materials fabrication and processing industries, or can pursue a Ph.D. for a research-based career.
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Materials science is one of the key technological fields of the 21st century. Together with three research institutions located on campus, Saarland University is one of the leading centres for materials science and engineering in Germany. The Master's programme boasts an excellent student-staff ratio and offers considerable scope for students to tailor course content to suit their personal interests. The program comprises 120 Credit Points (CP) and is divided into general compulsory modules (18 CP), specialization modules in Materials Science or Materials Engineering (36 CP), elective modules (min. 15 CP), elective area, and Master's thesis (30 CP). Graduates have a wide range of possible career paths in materials fabrication and processing industries, or can pursue a Ph.D. for a research-based career.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Materials Science and Engineering at Universität des Saarlandes

Is Materials Science and Engineering at Universität des Saarlandes taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Materials Science and Engineering 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 Materials Science and Engineering at Universität des Saarlandes?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Materials Science and Engineering?

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 Universität des Saarlandes — 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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