Master 1 subject

Molecular Sciences - Spectroscopy and Simulation, Master 1 subject

  • How can laser-spectroscopy and microscopy methods help us to fundamentally understand chemical reactions and biological processes?
  • Which roll does water, as the “matrix of life”, play in protein folding or enzymatic reactions?
  • Can we improve chemical reactions by choosing the right solvent?
  • Which molecular interactions determine the macroscopic properties of liquids?
  • How quickly do chemical reactions take place at the molecular level?

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
  • Biophysical Chemistry
  • Computational and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Laser Spectroscopy
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

enjoy

  • a decent background in quantum physics, mathematics, spectroscopy and computational chemistry
  • to gain hands on experience of state of the art spectroscopic experiments
  • to solve scientific puzzles
  • to work in a multidisciplinary international environment

 

struggle through:

  • a demanding first year
 
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Biochemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering
  • with 10 CP in Mathematics plus 8 CP in Theoretical Chemistry / Spectroscopic Methods / Quantum Mechanics / related topics.  You can find more details on our homepage our website.
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • as PhD students at RUB or one of the partner institutes in physical or theoretical chemistry, physics, and bioinformatics.
  • as researchers at universities and in industry covering: performance materials and advanced materials design, (bio)molecular modeling and biophysics simulations, neuroscience discovery, crop science, microscopy for medical technology, (fiber +) optical and laser technology.
  • as consultants in Information Technology or data analysis.
  • as project managers in the above subjects.
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 0.99
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