Master
chemistry

Short info about the course of study

Restricted admissionStandard period of studyStart of studies
no4 semesters Winter semester

Authorisation procedure

The program is admission-free, but an application is required.

Application deadline

15.05. – 31.08.

completion

Master of Science

Further information about the degree programme

Faculty website

Language of instruction

English

The course of study

The Master of Science in Chemistry programme is aimed at students who have a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a subject with a similar profile. It offers a high-quality practical and theoretical chemical education at university level according to the recommendations of the Society of German Chemists and, as an English-language course of study, prepares ideally for working conditions in industry. Among its peculiarities is that both applied subjects with importance for the local economy (analytics, polymer chemistry, building chemistry) and the subjects of the classical canon lay a solid foundation for the future career. For the most part, the study takes place in the groups with access to high-quality scientific equipment and excellent care.

5 reasons for your Chemistry studies in Siegen

✓ standardized, natural science degree program according to the recommendations of the Society of German Chemists, which is recognized by industry throughout Germany

✓ Chemistry has a high relevance for the development of our society and provides solutions to key problems in the field of health, energy and jobs

✓ Siegen had the first English-language Master in Chemistry, i.e. who studies in Siegen acquires an intercultural competence that is in demand in the industry

✓ Specialization in applied sub-disciplines (analytics, polymer chemistry, building chemistry) at university level) with reference to the region is possible

✓ A Bachelor in Chemistry can open the doors to many areas: Master and doctoral studies, science journalism, biochemistry, environmental sciences, nanosciences, materials sciences, ...

Career prospects

The prospects with a degree in chemistry are still very good. The same applies to starting salaries. Job profile, entry-level salary and exit statistics can be found on the pages of the Gesellschaft Deutscher Chemiker (Society of German Chemists).
Occupational profiles in chemistry
Salary information

This is what Dr. Phil Marvin Pithan says about his degree program:

“...rather family atmosphere...”

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Due to the comparatively low number of first-year students in the field of chemistry, there is a rather familiar atmosphere in contrast to other universities. In my experience, a much closer contact with the lecturers and professors is possible and very good supervision is guaranteed at all times, both in the lectures and exercises as well as in the laboratory internships. In addition, a small group is more likely to form a close community in which you can help and motivate each other. I found this extremely important in this demanding course of study.

Study organisation

Examination regulations/course plans/module manuals/internship regulations

(Professional) examination regulations (FPOs) define the basic structures of a course of study (e.g. admission requirements and content to be studied). For students, the current version of an FPO automatically applies when enrolling in the first semester. This means that even in the case of changes to the FPO during the course of studies, the original version according to which one has enrolled is valid (provided that this FPO does not expire).
The respective course plan represents the recommended exemplary course of study in the individual subjects and is part of an FPO.
Additional regulations and details for each module to be studied can be found in the module manuals (e.g. prerequisites for taking a written examination or information on the content of the modules/events, ...).
The traineeship regulations define the conditions under which the mandatory or optional traineeships must be completed.

Before the start of the lecture period, we recommend that you at least look at the course schedule of your course of study so that you know which modules are planned for the start of your studies.

Advice and contact

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