Master of Science in Micro- and Nanotechnology

You strive to qualify yourself for your career in a highly future-oriented field, and you seek scientific work with innovative technology – in this case, the Master's study program Micro- and Nanotechnology is a perfect choice.

Micro- and nanotechnology is a highly interdisciplinary field. Applications can be found in sensors and transducers technology, aerospace, electronics, medical- and biotechnology, laser technology, and many other fields.

A study program is offered with:

• a broad choice of modules and the possibility for an individual specialization,
• German and English lectures,
• very good options for international exchange,
• many different laboratories.

We highly value a practice-oriented education with profound fundamental knowledge.

International

The program sets a high value on internationalization. Many courses are offered in English, and during the colloquium, students give at least one presentation in English.

Furthermore, a good network of foreign universities and research institutions exists, which offer lectures and final theses in the field of micro- and nanotechnology.

The optional elective English in Science and Technology complements the course catalog and gives students the opportunity to enhance their language and technical skills for the international market.

Welcome to HM Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences! Each year, more than 2,500 international students and researchers join our talented academic community in one of Germany’s most beautiful, historic, and high-tech cities. We offer the best possible support to help you feel at home in Germany, in Munich, and at our university.

10 reasons to study at HM

Career Success HM always scores well in employer rankings because our students gain a practical understanding of their field and relevant on-the-job experience. Future-oriented education We foster the entrepreneurial, sustainable, and international thinking needed in the professional world of today and tomorrow. Small classes The university has more than 18,000 students, but low average class sizes – so students benefit from close personal contact with faculty and staff. International services Our many special services for international students and scholars help them feel at home in our intercultural campus community. Industry connections Our strong relationships and internship programs with industry and business partners give students an easy start in their professional lives. ... and in Munich High-tech hub Munich is an economic powerhouse, home to around 22,000 high-tech companies in automotive, electronics, engineering, telecommunications, aviation, and more. Cultural life With a rich culture, fascinating history, and countless cultural activities Munich is a place where Bavarian traditions melt with international flair and a metropolitan lifestyle. International atmosphere International visitors feel comfortable in Munich, which hosts more than 500,000 people who come from outside Germany. Beautiful nature Munich is a short distance from the breathtaking Alps, crystal-clear lakes, and fairy-tale forests, giving lots of opportunities for day trips and sports activities. Safety & comfort Munich is rated #1 in Germany for quality of life and is one of the safest cities in Europe.

Multidisciplinary variety

We offer degree courses and active academic collaboration in the MINT subjects (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering), business, the social sciences, and public health as well as architecture and design. Our Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies is unique in providing every student with a cross-disciplinary education and in developing their personal skills.

Studying with a profile

It is especially important for us to nurture our graduates' characters: besides their well-founded professional skills, our students should stand out by thinking and acting in a sustainable, entrepreneurial, and intercultural way. With these additional qualifications which reach beyond the students' specialist fields, we prepare them to contribute to society and to approach their careers with foresight, creativity, and a sense of responsibility.

From Bachelor's degree to a doctoral qualification

We offer and develop individualized study approaches and options for applicants with varied educational backgrounds, thus opening our university and offering a range of paths for lifelong learning and studying.

Hochschule München ensures excellent applied and research-based teaching in four areas:

• Bachelor's degrees for school leavers and the professionally qualified
• Master's degrees and doctoral qualifications
• Continuing education and life-long learning in all fields
• Applied research

Growth with a view to the future

Hochschule München actively engages with its educational mandate and aims to secure an outstanding position as a university of applied sciences. It recognizes the future demands of society and industry and is changing, with a critical yet open vision for current issues, such as the current digitalization of all areas of life. It focuses on continually improving quality and on constant development in research, teaching, and continuing education.