Program Overview
The Materials Science and Simulation at Ruhr University of Bochum is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Materials Science and Simulation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Bochum, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Materials Science and Simulation programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Programming Concepts in Materials Science
- Elements of Microstructure
- Basic Lectures (Theoretical Physics or Materials Science)
- Quantum Mechanics in Materials Science
- Microstructure and Mechanical Properties
- Advanced Characterization Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor (B.Sc.) or comparable degree in one of the following or related disciplines:
Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Power Engineering, Chemistry, Nanotechnology, Mathematics, Computer Sciences or Astronomy. - Adequate English language skills
- Curriculum Vitae
- Students with a 7 semester Bachelors degree have the possibility to apply directly for a 3 semester course, starting every summer term (read more).
- Students who have irrevocably failed the final exam of a Masters, Bachelors or Diploma degree at a german university in one of the disciplines mentioned above cannot apply for the Masters course Materials Science and Simulation.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jul, 2026
About Ruhr University of Bochum
Ruhr University of Bochum
Bochum, Germany
The Ruhr University Bochum is a public research university located in the southern hills of the central Ruhr area, Bochum, Germany. It was founded in 1962 as the first new public university in...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Apr, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
