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Bio-Materials Engineering

Master of Science; language: English

Curriculum

The Bio-Materials Engineering program builds on the bachelor's program of the same name, and graduates are awarded the academic degree “Master of Science (M.Sc.)”.

Here you have the opportunity to choose one of two specializations (Paper Science, Biofabrication and Regenerative Medicine), which will be indicated on your transcript. Alternatively, you can choose to keep all options open by selecting the specialization “General Bio-Materials Engineering.”

Whatever you decide, there are numerous modules available that not only focus on mechanical engineering, but also incorporate the interdisciplinary fields of biology, chemistry, materials science, physics, and electrical engineering and information technology.

The program is rounded off by practical courses. These include tutorials and advanced design projects, where you will gain insight into cutting-edge research topics, work on challenging projects yourself, and ultimately present your findings.

Illustrative module overview
Illustrative module overview

Information on the study programme
Module Handbook
Study Regulations with Semester Course and Examination Schedule
Course Catalogue
Orientation Programmes for Master Students

Points of contact
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Office for Student Affairs
Departmental information about the study programme

Semesters 4
Language English
Individual courses can be offered in German. Scientific literature may have to be read and edited also in German.
Start of studies Winter semester, summer semester
Internship There is no compulsory internship for the Master's programme in Bio-Materials Engineering. However, there is the option of external project work in industry, which can be incorporated into the degree programme. More information can be found in the module handbook.
Admission requirements 1. A degree B.Sc. Bio-Materials Engineering of TU Darmstadt (reference programme) or an equivalent degree
2. Passed Entrance requirements verification in accordance with the Competences description
Admission procedure Provided that the admission requirements (entrance examination) are met, there are no numerical admission restrictions.
Application Online application
How and when to provide the certification of the bachelor's degree
Formal and language requirements for applicants with international qualifications
Good to know Pre-Courses & orientation week
Website for first-year students
Preparatory courses for international students
Studying from A to Z
Costs and budget

Bio-Materials Engineering at TU Darmstadt

Aerospace Engineering, M.Sc.
Energy Science and Engineering, M.Sc.
Maschinenbau, M.Sc.
MechanicsM.Sc.
Mechatronik, M.Sc.
Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen – technische Fachrichtung Maschinenbau, M.Sc.

The new degree programme was established because organisations and companies from various sectors need engineers with precisely this competence profile. As a graduate, you will be familiar with materials, processes and products at the interface between classical engineering sciences and biology. This ranges from artificial muscles, veins and joints to plant-based lightweight constructions and questions of the circular economy with bio-based products.

Industries such as the paper industry, which is undergoing a transformation into an industry for sustainable lightweight construction solutions, companies in biomedical engineering or regenerative medicine, companies that offer bio-based, technical products and also the pharmaceutical and chemical industries are waiting for our first graduates. There are opportunities for development there, from research to product development and production to technical management.

For this reason it is important to start gaining practical work experience in relevant organisations early in the degree programme. In this way students can promote themselves as competent professionals in practice and make important professional contacts. The likelihood of finding a good position is definitely heightened if the student is flexible when it comes to commuting or even moving abroad. Good English language skills are particularly important when it comes to the international job market.

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