Program details
English
Language of Instruction
Apr
Available Intake(s)
In the light of the global environmental and resource crises, sustainable development has been adopted internationally as a guiding principle. Today, sustainability or sustainable development means, above all, meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The "Sustainable Materials Engineering" Master’s programme aims to improve sustainability in the extraction, production, processing, sustainable use, and recycling of materials. This includes knowledge of (a) the synthesis and characterisation of sustainable materials for various applications (particularly regarding their chemical, mechanical, and thermal manufacturing and processing methods), (b) the optimisation of structure-property relationships with regard to the sustainability and performance of the raw materials used, as well as (c) an understanding of the behaviour, durability, degradation, and recyclability of materials under various environmental conditions. A key objective of the programme is to provide students with a solid technical education in the sustainable use of the world’s limited resources. These concepts are applied to various key materials: polymers, composites, metals, and optical glasses — supplemented by aspects of circular economy. A particular emphasis is placed on new technologies that enable future scientists and engineers to develop more environmentally friendly and sustainable materials and processes. During their studies, students will acquire the following qualifications: knowledge and skills for optimising the chemical composition and processing of polymers, composites, and metals developing techniques to optimise the service life and recyclability of these materials developing innovative bio-inspired materials
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The international Master’s programme in "Sustainable Materials Engineering" is taught in English, and it offers its contents in either three (full-time) or six (part-time) semesters. It is equally suitable for both domestic and international students with sufficient English proficiency (minimum B2 level). The programme modules focus on specific types of materials, particularly those derived from renewable raw materials. Relationships between (biogenic) material structure and properties, biomimetic development principles, and sustainable production and processing technologies are addressed, taking into account circular value creation. The modules in the first semester cover various aspects of sustainability in the production, use, and recycling of conventional, bio-inspired, and bio-based polymeric materials. In the second semester, students have the opportunity to focus their studies on different areas — drawn from current research projects — as part of the “Research Lab Course” module. Students can choose to specialise in one of the following four areas: Sustainable Functional Polymers Bio-Inspired Functional Materials Sustainable Optical Materials Materials of Electrical Engineering Furthermore, it is also possible to complete the “Research Lab Course” at a (partner) company during the second semester. In the Master’s thesis, students can further deepen their understanding of the chosen focus area. In addition to technical expertise, the thesis also fosters independent, critical thinking and enhances project management skills. | Projects with partners in Germany and abroad International guest lecturers Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s) | German language courses: No | English language courses: No
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No minimum language level required
Tuition Fee
No tuition fee
This university charges no tuition fee. A compulsory semester contribution (administration, student services and usually a local transport pass) is normally still payable and is not included here.
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A semester fee is due upon enrolment and every semester upon re-registration. The amount might change from semester to semester. For the summer semester 2026, the semester contribution at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences amounts to 334.30 EUR.
Yes | The university offers a variety of scholarships for all students, for example, the "Deutschlandstipendium".
Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences strongly urges you to arrange your accommodation before arrival. See our website for details.
No minimum language level required
None
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It is possible to study abroad within the framework of the integrated Research Lab Course (second semester) and/or the Master's thesis (third semester).
The Career Service of Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences offers a job portal and support.
Specialist counselling
The International Office provides support to international students in all basic matters and refers them to other services as needed.
This university has not published its own document list, so this is what a student going to Germany is generally asked for. Confirm the exact list with the university.
Bucerius Law School
Funding
Merit- and need-based awards toward the EUR 25,000 tuition fee
Applicants to the Master of Law and Business (LLM/MLB) programme; early-bird and scholarship deadline is January 15 for the September intake
National Merit Foundation
Funding
Full tuition waiver
For students admitted to an accredited university program, based on financial need and merit.
Il servizio di scambio accademico tedesco (DAAD)
Funding
EUR Research Stays, Scholarships, and Master's Programs
Students from pontifical universities.
Sustainable Materials Engineering is a Master program in Bionics offered by Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences in Hamm, Germany.
Minimum qualification required: The prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme in "Sustainable Materials Engineering" is the successful completion of a Bachelor's degree programme with the degree Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) with a minimum of 210 credit points (ECTS). Subjects in science and technology with a minimum of 100 credit points (ECTS) must have been completed. Subjects in science and technology (including mathematics) are biology, chemistry, physics, materials science, bionics and comparable science and/or engineering subjects. Internships and purely practical modules are not taken into account. If the previous degree has less than 210 credit points (ECTS), students may earn up to 30 credit points (ECTS) by successfully completing one or more modules of the Bachelor's study programmes in “Sustainable Materials Engineering” or “Materials Science and Bionics” (formerly: “Materials Design, Bionics and Photonics”) at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences..
A minimum TOEFL score of 80.0 is required for this program.
No, this program does not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.
Available intakes include: .
This specific program does not list a dedicated scholarship, but GCQ360 can help you explore other funding and scholarship options at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences.
This program is offered in Full-time mode, taught in English at the Lippstadt campus.
This program has no minimum work experience requirement. No thesis is required to graduate.
Yes -- a GCQ360 counsellor can guide you through eligibility checks, documentation, and the application process for Sustainable Materials Engineering at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences, Hamm, Germany.
