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Material Science and Nanotechnologies

(Master Degree Program)

course overview

The academic master’s study programme “Materials Science and Nanotechnologies” focused on the development of new materials and the use of modern technologies offers the acquisition of higher level technical education based on skills and competencies. In parallel with in-depth theoretical knowledge, the acquisition of practical skills is promoted not only in scientific institutes in Latvia, but also in manufacturing companies or foreign partner institutions within the ERASMUS+ mobility programmes specializing in “Materials Physics”, “Biomaterials”, “Traditional Inorganic Materials and Nanomaterials”, “Polymer Materials and Composites (including Nanocomposites)”.

 

The study programme includes general study courses on modelling and calculation of physical processes of materials, creation of innovative products and technologies, various study courses of professional specialization, as well as completed internship, offering students opportunities to create a study plan according to individual interests. Graduates of the study programme will be able to work as technical experts, consultants and engineers in a manufacturing company engaged in materials processing and process modelling, development of new materials and technologies, product design, testing, certification and quality laboratories, as well as participate in innovative product development by founding start-up company.

Why take this course?

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What will you experience

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Degree awarded

Master Degree of Engineering Sciences in Material Science and Nanotechnologies

Academic volume

80CP / 120 ECTS

Duration

2 years

Intake

Autumn

Study language

English

Study Mode

Full-Time

degree Delivery

Face-to-Face

Career options

A materials scientist manages the development of new materials, manages the processes of material processing, monitors quality assurance, and convinces investors about the most promising investment opportunities in the development of innovative products. In turn, a specialist in nanotechnology is competent to work in high-tech companies on the development of new high value-added nanomaterials and their conformity assessment for innovative applications in energy, electronics, medical technology, transport, as well as other sectors of national economy. Thus, the field of work of both a material scientist and a nanotechnology specialist include innovative product development companies, new product development laboratories, product conformity assessment and quality control laboratories, and material technical expertise and certification centres

Job Role examples include

  • Marketing Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Advisor
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Social Media Specialist
  • Strategic Management
  • Financial Analyst

Study progression

After successful completion of the study programme, it is possible to continue studies in doctoral study programmes in Latvia and abroad, for example, in RTU doctoral study programmes “Chemical Technology” and “Materials Science”

Language Requirements

IELTS

Minimum overall grade of 5.5

TOFEL iBT

Minimum 72

TOFEL paper-based

Minimum 532

TOEIC

Minimum 780

Cambridge exam

FCE

Pearson PTE

Minimum 59

Duolingo

Minimum 95

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**TOFEL institutional code for Riga Technical University is 8498

Entry Requirements

1. Secondary (High) School Graduation Certificate and Transcript with good results, particularly in mathematics and/or physics. Education documents must be accompanied by English translations of all certificates and transcripts along with approval of the documents authenticity;

 

2. If English is not your native language, all international students are required to provide a proof of English language knowledge. Preferably you should submit one of the following certificates with a minimum scores of:

If none of the above applies, but your studies at secondary school were in English Language, provide a confirmation letter from your school, unless it states on your secondary school certificate that medium of instructions were in English Language. In case of any doubts, RTU reserves the rights to ask for an official language certificate as listed above.

3. Students applying for master programmes will be asked to record a video interview.

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