Program Overview
The Polymer Science at Freie Universität Berlin 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 Polymer Science 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 6.5
- Location: Berlin, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Polymer Science 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
- Polymer Chemistry/Synthesis (FU Berlin)
- Polymer Physics/Characterization (HU Berlin)
- Polymer Engineering/Processing (TU Berlin)
- Polymer Properties/Colloids (U Potsdam)
- In-depth courses and lab work in a special discipline (essentially at one of the four universities)
- Master thesis at the same university
- M.Sc. in Polymer Science Degree (granted jointly by the four universities)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- application form
- CV
- personal statement of intent (one page)
- 3 letters of recommendation
- verified copies of transcripts
- verified copies of qualifying degrees
- proof of English competency, e.g. TOEFL (PBT 510/CBT 225/iBT 90) or IELTS (6,5 Pkt.)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 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
Oct, 2026
About Freie Universität Berlin
Freie Universität Berlin
Berlin, Germany
public research university in Berlin, Germany
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Apr, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
