Master of Science (Technology) in Chemistry and Materials Science 

at Aalto, Espoo

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• BSc or equivalent degree in a relevant field in the natural sciences or engineering.
  • Relevant degrees (fields): Chemistry, materials science, materials physics, or nanotechnology. Degrees in chemical engineering, semiconductor electronics, physics or pharmaceutics may also be relevant.
  • Examples of key subjects: inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials properties, different types of materials: semiconductors, metals, polymers, crystalline oxides and/or nanomaterials, synthesis methods.
  • Knowledge and skills: Sufficient studies and proven skills and knowledge in at least some of the key subjects listed above are necessary.Applicants are expected to have a strong background in university chemistry, physics, or materials science. Previous studies must include laboratory courses in chemistry.
• In addition to the studies giving basis to apply to the programme, other possible studies may also be evaluated. However, the study option should provide genuinely new knowledge and enhance the career prospects of the applicant. Thus, applicants who already have a master’s degree in a closely related field will only be admitted with well-justified reasons 
• The applicant's success in his/her previous studies (those that give basis for applying to the programme) will be evaluated based on the grade point average (GPA). Applicants are required to have a GPA equivalent to a minimum of 3.0 (on a scale 1.0 - 5.0, 1.0 being the minimum passing grade).
• The applicant's previous institution (where the degree giving basis to apply was completed) will be evaluated based on the recognition and quality of the institution.

• IELTS Academic: overall score 6.5, and writing score 6.0.
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