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Application
Due to the corona virus crisis we now accept online applications. Please send all pdf documents to the following email address: polymscifub(at)chemie.fu-berlin.de
Applications have to contain:
- application form (please download*)
- 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.)
* The appplication form is fillable only if opened in a standalone pdf reader. It does not work in browser.
Application deadlines:
- April 30th for Winter Semesters
- October 31st for Summer Semesters
After these deadlines, applicants may request to be considered for the waiting list or following entry semester.
Expected arrival of accepted students:
- October 1st for Winter Semesters
- April 1st for Summer Semesters
Fees and funding:
- The M.Sc. in Polymer Science Program does not charge for tuition. There is a small semester fee, currently around 300 €, for enrollment and public transportation.
- For visas and resident permits, accepted students must have at least 600 to 700 € per month at their disposal for living costs.
The M.Sc. in Polymer Science Program does not have scholarships or grants.
1st year courses
Winter Semester Courses
| Course title | Uni | Type | SWS | Examination | Workload | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Macromolecular Chemistry | FU | V, Ü | 40+20 | written exam | 150 | 5 |
| Advanced Macromolecular Chemistry | FU | V, S | 40+20 | written exam | 150 | 5 |
| Polymer Synthesis and Characterization Laboratory | FU | S, P | 1+3 | written exam | 150 | 5 |
| Polymer Characterization | HU | V, Ü, S, P | 2+1+1+45 | written exam | 300 | 10 |
| Introduction to Polymer Theory | HU | V, Ü | 2+1 | written exam | 150 | 5 |
Summer Semester Courses
| Course title | Uni | Type | SWS | Examination | Workload | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Chemistry of Polymeric Materials | TU | V, Ü, P | 4+1+45 | written exam | 270 | 9 |
| Polymer Processing and Surface Science of Polymers | TU | V, Ü, P | 3+1+1 | written exam | 180 | 6 |
| Functional Polymers and Colloids | UP | V, Ü, P | 3+1 | written exam | 150 | 5 |
| Physical and Technical Application of Polymers | UP | P, S | 3+2 | practical exam | 150 | 5 |
| Colloids and Biopolymers | UP | V, S, P | 1+1+3 | practical exam | 150 | 5 |
Glossary
FU - Freie Universität Berlin, HU - Humboldt Universität zu Berlin, TU - Technische Universität Berlin, UP - Universität Potsdam
V - Lecture, Ü - Tutorial, P - Practicum/Lab, S - Seminary
SS or SoSe - Sommer Semester, WS or WiSe - Winter Semester, SWS - Hours per Week in Semester, CP - Credit Points
