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Fakultät Chemie

Chemistry and Materials Technology (master's programme)

The master's programme in Chemistry and Materials Technology, offered in collaboration with the Vienna University of Technology, enables you to combine specialist knowledge of chemistry with its application in process engineering. You will learn how composition, structure and morphology determine the properties of materials, and how to synthesise, modify and analyse them in a targeted manner.

What is it about?

During the master's programme in Chemistry and Materials Technology, you will first develop your core skills in chemistry and process engineering.

You can then choose to specialise in areas ranging from materials synthesis and processing through to characterisation and applications, based on your own interests, within the block of compulsory elective subjects. Through optional elective subjects and the Transferable Skills module, you can tailor your studies to your individual interests and explore your areas of interest in greater depth.

Joint programme: What does this mean?

This master's programme is offered in partnership with the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien). You apply at the University of Vienna and complete the admission procedure. You will study at TU Wien as a co-registered student. Through this partnership, you will attend courses at both universities.

Insight into the course content

How is my degree programme structured? You can see a list of the course contents here:

Facts and figures

  • 46 students
    in total
    There were 8 graduates in the past academic year.
    Info about the calculation
    Data updated November 2025
  • 6.2 semester
    average study duration
    Info about the calculation
    Data updated November 2025
  • High 4.2
    level of difficulty of the degree programme
    This is how graduates rate their degree programmes. You can find the results in the Graduation Survey.
    Data updated 2025
  • € 3,999
    average gross monthly income 3 years after graduation
    What career paths are available after graduation? Answers in the Graduate Tracking.
    Data updated 2025

What can you expect after your studies?

Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.

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Career profiles

  • Which careers are possible after this degree?

    Once you have completed your degree, a wide range of career opportunities will be open to you at the interface between chemistry and materials technology, for example:

    • Research and development in the materials, chemical and high-tech industries
    • Analytical work, quality management and materials testing
    • Process and manufacturing engineering
    • Energy and environmental technologies
    • Patent scouting and product management
    Ian Ehm

You have further questions?

StudiesServiceCenter

Do you have any questions about registering for courses and exams? Or about grades and recognition? The StudiesServiceCenter Chemistry is the right place to go. 

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