Molecular Sciences – Spectroscopy and Simulation

Ruhr Universitat Bochum · Bochum, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Campus
Bochum
Apply by
Register by 15 June 2027
Starts
Winter semester

Ruhr Universitat Bochum does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, mathematics, biochemistry or related engineering fields and comparable specialised courses such as nano or materials science proof of 10 ECTS credit points in mathematics proof of 8 ECTS credit points in theoretical chemistry, and/or spectroscopic techniques and/or quantum mechanics and/or equivalent topics
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 100 IELTS Academic: 6
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: until 15 June
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About this programme

The iMOS programme is a research-oriented, interdisciplinary Master of Science course in the fields of molecular and physical chemistry, biochemistry, and physics run by the Faculty of Chemistry and Biochemistry at RUB. Learn unique theoretical and practical spectroscopy and molecular simulation techniques Research-oriented study course within a national cluster of excellence for solvation science Small groups of students (20 max.) Integrated research practical in one of our interdisciplinary groups Two-to-three-month course at international top institute Early hands-on experience in high-profile research Fast-track option for outstanding students with a Bachelor's degree: choose iMOS as your preparatory study year and co-enrol in the iGSS or GSCB PhD programme. What skills should you have? This highly competitive programme relies on your skills in quantum mechanics, mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Basic knowledge about concepts of classical mechanics and thermodynamics / statistical mechanics is mandatory. You can already solve problems involving Schrödinger's equation, partial differentiation, and how spectroscopic observables relate to structural and dynamic information of molecular systems, etc. Many candidates have completed a programme in Chemistry, Molecular Biophysics, Biotechnology/engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Applied Mathematics in addition to the prerequisite ECTS credit points in mathematics and chemistry. We offer: Comprehensive international studen

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