Chemistry and Physics of Materials

About this programme

What will I learn? The International Master's Degree Program Chemistry and Physics of Materials is an interdisciplinary course with a focus on the development, design, synthesis and characterization of natural and synthetic functional materials. A key part of the course is to explore the link between chemical and physical properties of materials and the consequence they have on the function of a particular component (e.g. mechanical stability, environmental impact, biocompatibility etc.). In addition to this, students will also learn about how materials can be optimally selected for a given function and processed from the raw material to the product. Tue course aims to create awareness for materials life cycles and cradle to cradle concepts. As future materials scientists we have the challenge to produce sustainable and recyclable materials fundamental in today’s world of diminishing resources. What makes Salzburg so special as a place to study? The Masters program at the University of Salzburg offers a unique learning environment with an excellent student-teacher ratio. This is ideally suited to help students gain an excellent understanding of theory and experiments. The interdisciplinary team of lecturers offers a large amount of practical and research oriented laboratory courses, which gives students important time in the laboratory to gain hands-on experience in the use of modern instruments and analytical methods. The city of Salzburg is a hotspot of cultural activity with the surrounding mountains and lakes presenting many opportunities for sport and nature lovers, m