Master of Science Materials Science

This page provides information for students of the programme M.Sc. Materials Science (also the related International Double Degree programmes) including important documents and forms for your studies.

New Study Regulations

Information given on this site refers to the new Study Regulations, that came into effect on 01 June 2024 and are thus binding for new students from the winter term 24/25 on.

Information on previous Study Regulations, which still apply for many other students, are available under Documents & Forms .

Documents and Forms

All documents and forms for students in the M.Sc. Materials Science including related Double Degree programmes are available here:

Documents and Forms – M.Sc. Materials Science

Your Study Plan (Study Regulations 2024)

Study Plan M.Sc. Materials Science (Study regulations 2024). Click the graphic for a downloadable full-size view (PDF).
Study Plan M.Sc. Materials Science (Study regulations 2024). Click the graphic for a downloadable full-size view (PDF).

The M.Sc. Materials Science focuses on functional materials such as energy materials, magnetic materials, or electronic materials and their synthesis and characterization. Courses on theoretical materials science include quantum mechanics, non-equilibrium thermodynamics, and continuum mechanics.

There is a mandatory elective domain “Quantum Mechanics/Micromechanics” with a choice between the modules “Quantum Mechanics for Materials Science” and “Micromechanics for Materials Science.” The module not elected in this domain becomes part of the domain “Elective Courses Materials Science.”

The most important changes in the Study Plan as compared to the previous study regulations (from 2015) are as follows:

  • Additional compulsory course “Sustainable Materials” (6CP) and therefore, 6CP less in the elective section.
  • The “Advanced Research Lab” (15CP) now is a graded module and no longer a passed/not passed module. Therefore, the grade of the Master Thesis will no longer be counted twice.
  • An industrial internship is no longer required

Please note: Other/additional compulsory modules (conditions / adjustment courses) may be specified on your Letter of Admission.

Orientation Day WiSe24/25

The Welcome & Introductory Lecture for M.Sc. Materials Science freshers in the winter term 24/25 will take place on Fri, 11 Oct 2024, 10:00-12:30 (CEST) as part of the Master's Orientation Day.

If you didn't get an invitation, please reach out to: master@mawi.tu-darmstadt.de

You can find previous introductory lectures here .

Su²Ma Workshops

The following topics will be covered in the workshops provided by your mentors: Study Organisation, TUCaN, Registration for Exams, Preparation for Exams, Recap & Outlook for upcoming Semesters. Learn more

The TU Darmstadt is involved in the Erasmus+ project to promote social and civic competences among students through professional internships. Learn more