How can we fabricate cheaper and more efficient batteries and solar cells? Is it possible to create computers that function like the human brain? Can we control quantum effects on the nanoscale for practical applications? And how can we design affordable sensors to detect viruses at extremely low concentrations or take non-destructive X-ray images? If you're driven by these types of questions, the Master's in Nanoscience at the University of Groningen could be the right choice for you.
✔ Study in a top-ranked, selective programme with strong links to cutting-edge research.
✔ Explore the intersection of physics, chemistry, materials science, and biochemistry.
✔ Gain hands-on lab experience and participate in real-world research projects.
✔ Join an international, diverse, and highly motivated student cohort with excellent career prospects.
In this interdisciplinary MSc programme, you'll dive into the world of nanotechnology and advanced materials research. You'll work closely with leading scientists from the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials, a top research centre recognised for excellence. The small-scale, selective set-up ensures intensive collaboration, direct supervision, and plenty of opportunities for hands-on research. With a curriculum combining scientific breadth and depth, you'll be fully prepared for a PhD or a career in high-tech industries, innovative start-ups, or academia.
Na studia magisterskie mogą kandydować wszyscy, którzy ukończyli studia licencjackie lub inżynierskie (studia I stopnia), studia magisterskie lub studiują na ostatnim roku studiów I-stopnia. Studia, które planujesz powinny mieć zbliżony profil do tych obecnych lub ukończonych, ponieważ w procesie rekrutacji kluczowa jest ich zgodność programowa.
WAŻNE! Opłata rekrutacyjna – uniwersytet pobiera opłatę rekrutacyjną w wysokości 100 EUR, którą należy uiścić przy składaniu aplikacji (po wysłaniu formularza Kastu zostaniesz poinformowany o sposobie jej uiszczenia). TUTAJ znajdziesz więcej informacji na temat tej opłaty.
Cambridge C1 CAE or Cambridge C2 CPE Certificate with a min. score of 180
IELTS (Academic): overall score 6.5 (min. 6.5 in every category)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 90 (min. 21 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking, 24 in Writing)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 4.5 (min. 4 in Reading and Speaking, 4.5 in Listening, 5 in Writing)
A universitary Bachelor's degree in either (Applied) Physics, (Applied) Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience or in a related field. This is merely an indication of required background knowledge. The Board of Admissions determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the master programme for which you applied.
Promising candidates are invited to Groningen for a selection interview, mostly between April and June (depending on date of application and visa requirements).
Curriculum Vitae
Motivation Letter
Two academic letters of reference
The programme is designed for people who want to pursue a career in scientific research.
A PhD in the Netherlands normally takes four years, after the Master's degree has been obtained. Upon successful completion of the Top Master Programme in Nanoscience, the student will be in an excellent position for a career in research in nanoscience and nanotechnology. 95% of the Top Master Nanoscience graduates continue their career in a PhD position at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials National Research Centre or elsewhere.