Nanomolecular Science – (M.Sc.)

The physical sciences have reached a state that enables us, at least in principle, to build objects at the ultimate level of finesse, one atom or molecule at a time, with ultimate precision. At the nanometer length scale, the traditional sciences of physics, chemistry and biology loose their distinctiveness and merge into a new transdisciplinary science, commonly known as ”Nanoscience” and its concomitant technology. In this new scientific endeavour, each of the traditional sciences has an invaluable contribution to make.

The Graduate Program in Nanomolecular Science at Jacobs University reflects the need for transdisciplinary training in this discipline. Faculty from the physical, chemical and biological sciences provide lectures and lab classes in the nano-related aspects of their fields. The education covers different classes of nanomaterials, different synthesis and characterization methods, various theoretical and computational approaches as well as application areas of nanomaterials. The course work provides interdisciplinary breadth to the degree granted. The M.Sc. thesis allows for the in-depth study of a particular topical research area in the lab of the participating faculty.

Thus participants emerge from the program with a versatile background in Nanomolecular Science, as well as with the ability to perform independent research in a results-oriented approach.

The Nanomolecular Science Graduate Program facilitates the progress of students from the Master’s Program to the Ph.D. Program by offering a Qualifying Exam before the 4th semester of the Master’s Program. Passing the Qualifying Exam will allow the student to combine the preparation of the Master Thesis with initial Ph.D. research. The PhD will then be obtained after 3 years.