Master 1 subject

Molecular Sciences - Spectroscopy and Simulation, Master 1 subject

  • How can laser-spectroscopic and microscopic methods optimally contribute to the in-depth understanding of chemical reactions and biological processes?
  • Does water, as the “matrix of life”, play an active role in protein folding or in enzymatic reactions (e.g. relevant for the causes of Alzheimer’s disease)?
  • Can we improve chemical reactions by choosing the proper solvent?
  • What is the microscopic origin of macroscopic properties of liquids?
  • How fast are chemical reactions happening onamicroscopicperspective?

Profile
Degree
Master of Science
Start
Winter semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
English
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
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What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
It is a research-oriented, interdisciplinary and multicultural program held in English. The program focuses on the molecular understanding of chemical and biochemical processes. Topics are from the traditional disciplines of chemistry and physics with a focus on modern laser spectroscopy and microscopy, computer simulation, and quantum chemistry.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Quantum Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Computational Chemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
Course schedule
Module handbook
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

have:

 
       
  • a decent background in quantum physics, mathematics, spectroscopy and computational chemistry
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enjoy:

 
       
  • to understand chemical, physical and biochemical processes from a microscopic point of view
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  • to gain hands on experience of state of the art spectroscopic experiments
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  • to solve scientific puzzles
    •    
  • to work in a multidisciplinary international environment
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struggle through:

 
       
  • a demanding first year
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This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Biochemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering
  • The degree program requires advanced knowledge in Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Chemistry, Spectroscopy and Mathematics. You find more details at http://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/imos/index.html.en
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • as PhD students at RUB or one of the partner institutes
  • as researchers at universities and in industry
  • as consultants
  • as project managers
And else?
An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: 2-3 months

Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Montana Petersen
Building, Room: ZEMOS 2.07
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-29394
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Chemie / Biochemie
Building, Room: NC 03/34
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25287
Email:
Website Fachschaft

Internet

Degree programmes' website