Technology and Application of Inorganic Engineering Materials (TAIEM) TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Inorganic engineering materials such as steel and ceramics cover all the strategic industries and are key materials for transport sector, energy technology, machine and plant construction, and the building industry. A true understanding of mechanical, thermal, chemical, and functional properties at nano-, micro-, and macro-levels followed by the chemical and physical interactions at interfaces/surfaces of the inorganic engineering materials is an invaluable tool for their continuous development and technology optimisation.

Course objectives

TAIEM graduates will be able to:

• Solve general and specific problems in the steel and ceramic producing industries
• Select suitable steel and ceramic materials for a specific application
• Evaluate properties of steels and ceramics on several scales and estimate their behaviour under real industrial conditions
• Detect and solve problems relating to the technology and applications of steels and ceramics
• Manage a technology-oriented research project

Job opportunities

• Iron and steel-making industry
• Metal processing industry
• Ceramic and refractory industry
• Recycling and extractive industry
• Universities and research institutions

First semester: The Master's programme starts with a core curriculum on metallic, ceramic and refractory materials, thermodynamics, and heat and mass transfer. The aim is to bring all students up to the same level of knowledge, which will be strongly built upon in the lectures of the following semesters. During the second and third semesters, students learn to apply the theoretical knowledge to real applications via laboratory and practical courses. A research seminar and a "Journal Club" enable them to share their insights and grasp the current developments in the field of materials technology. 

Furthermore, students will learn or improve their German language skills by attending organised language courses for two semesters. This will help them to explore and understand the culture of Germany.

The students will have to select one of two blocks of elective modules: “Advanced Engineering Background” or “Technology Background”. The modules from these blocks cover emerging topics, such as thermodynamic simulation, simulation of metallurgical processes, training in particle technology and fluid dynamics, economics, and business administration.

The fourth semester is designated for the Master's thesis.

University degree of at least six semesters in mechanical engineering, process engineering, environmental engineering, energy technology, materials science and materials technology, natural sciences or comparable

107 EUR per semester

• 650 EUR to 950 EUR per month, depending on individual lifestyle
• Rent in a student hall of residence per month: an average of 290 EUR

Part-time employment on campus (e.g. student assistant, canteen) as well as in town (e.g. in supermarkets, cafés, restaurants)

1. The "Deutschlandstipendium" is a national scholarship programme that supports above-average students with excellent grades. Social commitment, a willingness to take responsibility and special social, family or personal circumstances will also be taken into account (300 EUR per month for one year).
2. Study completion grant (300 EUR per month for three months)

• Counselling: Development of the personality and skills profile, individual application portfolio check, preparation for job interviews
• Training in technical and leadership skills: Soft skills training, development of interdisciplinary knowledge, coaching for job applications/starting a career
• Career fair ORTE, networking with companies
• Online job board

https://tu-freiberg.de/en/career-center

Different kinds of accommodation are available on campus and in the city of Freiberg. The average monthly rent for a room in the student halls of residence, including utilities, is 290 EUR. The most common form of accommodation is the shared flat. Each student has their own room, with the bathroom and kitchen shared.

A separate online application is required to apply for accommodation in the student halls of residence. The recommended time to submit this is three months before the start of the semester.