Advanced Synthesis & Catalysis

Subjects: Synthesis;Catalysis

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

If you've earned a B.Sc. in Chemistry or Biochemistry and are eager to delve deeper into molecular sciences, the two-year elite M.Sc. program "Advanced Synthesis & Catalysis" (SynCat) at the University of Regensburg is an excellent choice. This program, part of the Network of Excellence Bavaria, offers a focused curriculum taught in English. You'll benefit from tailored training courses, intensive seminars, research lab rotations, and technical English courses up to C1 level. Additionally, the program includes funded industry and international placements. Synthesis and catalysis are crucial for developing sustainable production methods, new functional materials, and pharmaceuticals. They are key to addressing modern societal challenges like energy, nutrition, and health. SynCat provides free tuition, support for industrial and international research stays, and a comprehensive student counseling and mentoring system. Graduates of SynCat are well-prepared for challenging academic careers or leadership roles in chemistry, materials, health, or energy sectors. This program equips you with the skills needed to excel in these fields, ensuring you are ready to tackle the pressing issues of our time.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

Prerequisite for admission to our Master's program is sufficient knowledge of the English language at level B2 CEFR. In order to prove sufficient English language skills, you would have to provide a certificate, e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or a certificate from your university if the language of instruction for your Bachelor's program was English.

Qualification Requirements

If you have successfully graduated with a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry and wish to expand your knowledge of the molecular sciences, then the two-year elite M.Sc. „Advanced Synthesis & Catalysis“ (SynCat) of the Network of Excellence Bavaria at the University of Regensburg is the perfect match. The thematically focused curriculum taught in English offers tailored training courses, intensive seminars, research lab rotations, technical English courses (to C1 level) and funded industry and abroad placements. Synthesis and catalysis play decisive roles in the development of sustainable production methods, new functional materials and pharmaceuticals, and hold the key to the solution of modern societal challenges such as energy, nutrition, and health.

Document Requirements

Download the SynCat application form and the Self-declaration sheet on practical skills in chemistry. 2. Read all fields of the required information thoroughly. 3. Fill in the forms. 4. Collect the following documents as simple copy of your original document. If the applied language differs from English or German, have it translated by a sworn translator. Bachelor’s Degree Certificate with Transcript of Records if available: further high school diplomas Copy of your passport / identity card (no translation required) certificates of internships, English language courses, other relevant achievements copies of publication(s), if there are any For applicants from China, Vietnam or India: In case of admission to the SynCat program, you must provide an APS certificate! 5. Scan the original and the translated documents. 6. Send the filled application forms in pdf format via email to the SynCat admission team, attach all the required documents (preferably in pdf format).