Materials Science & Engineering | Science and Technology Faculty (TNW)

The University of Twente is well-known and recognised in the field of Materials Science and engineering.

Materials science research and development forms an important cornerstone in the improvement and development of new materials and processes. Advances in materials have paved the way for interesting and ground-breaking changes in many fields of science and technology.

At the University of Twente, a large amount of top-level research and education in the field of materials science and engineering is available as part of different study and research programmes.

Materials Science Education

Do you want to learn and work across disciplines within the field of materials science? Do you want to benefit from top facilities, such as the world-famous Nanolab and MESA+ institute? And do you want to learn from the best scientists in the field of materials science?

Then the multidisciplinary master programme Materials Science and Engineering might be the right fit for you. This programme has a strong emphasis on the development of materials science and engineering skills at the interface of chemistry, applied physics and mechanical engeering. This is where fundamental and more applied research meet.

What is a multidisciplinary master programme?

A multidisciplinary master programme builds a bridge between two (or more) master's programmes and allows you to transcend disciplinary boundaries and completely immerse yourself in the research field of your interest. You follow a joint core programme, consisting of essential courses from all the master‘s programmes involved, and you complete your programme with electives to specialise further in the field of your choice.

Why Study Materials Science & Engineering?

Learn and work across disciplines

Whether you have a background in Applied Physics, Chemical Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, if you have an interest in the field of materials science and you do not want to limit yourself to one single discipline, Materials Science & Engineering is the right match for you.

Here, fundamental and more applied research meet, allowing you to develop a broader understanding of the fundamental aspects of materials and the application of this knowledge in (industrially) relevant areas.

You have access to world-class research facilities

The multidisciplinary master programme Materials Science & Engineering offers you access to world-class labs and state-of-the-art facilities, such as the world-renowned Nanolab and MESA+ Institute. An exciting research environment and the best academic training in the world are therefore guaranteed!

Work together with top researchers on real-life cases

The University of Twente is a leader in the field of materials science & engineering. We offer a truly multidisciplinary environment in which you and your fellow students, together with junior and senior staff can develop in the rapidly developing research domain of materials science. Numerous world-class research groups are involved in the Materials Science & Engineering programme. You get the opportunity to work alongside our researchers and learn directly from them.

The following research clusters and departments are involved:

Energy, Materials and Systems
Mechanics of Solids, Surfaces and Systems
Membrane Science and Technology
Nano Electronic Materials
Organic, Supramolecular and Polymer Chemistry
Thermal & Fluid Engineering

You can tailor your own study programme

Your study programme is not all fixed. There is quite some flexibility in composing a curriculum that meets your specific interests.

Of course, you have to take a set of compulsory courses. What these compulsory courses are, depends on the Master’s programme you are enrolled in (Applied Physics, Chemical Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering).

In addition, you can choose from a wide range of specialisation and elective courses. In your second year, you will be doing a compulsory internship at a company or organisation outside the UT, providing you with some valuable work experience.

Are You Admissible?

With a Bachelor’s in Applied Physics, Chemical Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, you are generally directly admissible to this programme. You register for the Master that corresponds to your bachelor's degree.

So: if you have a bachelor's degree in Applied Physics, you sign up for the Master Applied Physics. Upon enrolment, you opt for the multidisciplinary programme Materials Science & Engineering.

Career Opportunities

With this multidisciplinary programme you will be an asset to all kinds of industries looking for experts at designing and developing new materials or products. UT alumni with a degree in Materials Science & Engineering currently work in various sectors, such as the chemical, metals, sustainable energy, water purification, cosmetics or pharmaceutical sector.

Continue as a Researcher: Obtain a PhD

Instead of pursuing a professional career in materials science and engineering right away after obtaining your master’s, you can opt to follow a PhD programme at Twente Graduate School (TGS). This involves spending four years studying a particular research area in-depth at one of our research institutes. Obtaining your PhD will earn you the title of Doctor (Dr).

Master's Programmes with Materials Science

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Applied Physics
Deepen your understanding of the laws of physics to find technical solutions in a wide range of areas such as IT, sustainability, healthcare, chiptechnology, digitalisation, finance, space and more.
4 SpecialisationsMSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Materials Science
In this specialisation, you study the fundamental principles of physics underlying the properties, structure and behaviour of new and cutting-edge materials.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Photonics
Immerse yourself in the field of optics and join leading research on photonic devices like microchips, sensors, and more in this specialisation.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Physics of Fluids
Fluid dynamics is all around us. In this specialisation, you will deepen your understanding of the behaviour of fluids (moving liquids, gases, particles) and how you can control them.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Quantum Physics
Gain a profound understanding of quantum mechanics and discover its potential for our society in this specialisation.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Chemical Science & Engineering
Develop new chemical processes, materials and molecules and contribute to innovations that benefit our society in areas such as health, water, food and sustainability.
3 SpecialisationsMSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Chemical & Process Engineering
This specialisation helps you become an expert process engineer, able to understand, develop and improve chemical processes to make the chemicals and green energy needed in a sustainable society.
MSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Materials
Do you want to combine chemistry with physics and mechanical engineering to become a materials expert? Then this multidisciplinary specialisation is for you.
MSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Molecules & Organic Materials
In this specialisation, you research and develop new materials and (bio)molecular structures to enable breakthroughs in areas such as medicine, energy, food and more.
MSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Mechanical Engineering
Become an expert mechanical engineer who focuses on the futureproof design, analysis and maintenance of machinery, structures, products and production processes.
7 SpecialisationsMSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Aeronautics
This specialisation makes you an expert in innovations for i.e. aviation, maritime, wind turbines and cars, where aerodynamics interacts with acoustics, structures and propulsion.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Design & Manufacturing
In this specialisation, you will gain a better understanding of design and production processes and manufacturing facilities as a whole, by focusing on their methodological design.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Energy & Flow
Do you want to contribute to the development of sustainable energy systems, processes, and equipment that work well and have minimal impact on the environment? Then this is the specialisation for you.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
High-Tech Systems & Materials
You learn to understand the behaviour of materials and systems in order to optimise the performance of things like machines and wind turbines, by making sure all parts work together effectively.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Maintenance Engineering & Operations
This specialisation will help you to come up with innovative solutions to improve the maintenance of machinery, structures and production facilities, to enhance performance of a system and company.
MSc2 yearsFull-time100% English-taught
Personalised Health Technology
Do you want to build expertise in the domain of healthcare technology as a mechanical engineer? Then this specialisation is right for you.
MSc2 yearsFull-time
Smart & Sustainable Industry
This specialisation focuses on the development, analysis, simulation and control of innovative and digitally-driven production systems.
MSc2 yearsFull-time