MSc in Materials Science and Engineering

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Europe:

10%

Africa:

1%

Others:

1%

Germany:

80%

Asia:

5%

North America:

2%

South America:

1%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

IBM

Apple

Intel

Tesla

Ford

DuPont

Tata Consultancy Services

BMW

Dow

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$3,000 / year

Overall Cost

$18,000 / year

FAQs

• Are there tuition or semester fees for the programme?
  
  The programme is at a public German university; while exact tuition fees may vary (particularly for non-EU students), many public German degrees charge only semester contribution fees. Applicants should check KIT’s official site for the latest fee structure.
• What special features or research strengths does KIT’s programme offer?
  
  The programme benefits from KIT’s strong research infrastructure in materials science, its association with the Cluster of Excellence 3D Matter Made to Order (3DMM2O), extensive labs, industrial collaborations and strong international connections.
• What kind of background is expected from applicants?
  
  Applicants should hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in materials science, engineering, natural sciences or a related field, with strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, kinetics, materials characterisation/processing.
• What career prospects does the programme offer?
  
  Graduates are qualified for roles in materials development, production and processing industries, technical services, research & development, product design, and innovation projects. They are also well prepared for doctoral studies.
• What is the standard duration and credit requirement of the programme?
  
  The programme is designed to be completed in 4 semesters (2 years full-time) and carries 120 ECTS credits.