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Table of Contents Master's degree 2 Max Planck School Matter to Life: Combined Master's & PhD • of Göttingen • Göttingen 2

1 Master's degree Max Planck School Matter to Life: Combined Master's & PhD University of Göttingen • Göttingen Overview

Degree Master of Science / PhD

In cooperation with Technical University of Munich, LMU Munich, RWTH University, University, Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials at RWTH Aachen, the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the Institute for Theoretical Studies (HITS), and various Max Planck Institutes

Teaching language English

Languages Day-to-day communication at the associated institutions is in English. Courses are held in English.

Programme duration 9 semesters or more

Beginning Winter semester

More information on The combined Master's & PhD programme starts annually in September with a welcome course. beginning of studies The only entry point is the Master's degree.

Application deadline 1 December to begin the programme in the winter semester of the following year.

Tuition fees per semester in None EUR

Combined Master's degree / Yes PhD programme

Joint degree / double degree No programme

Description/content Max Planck School Matter to Life offers a PhD programme with an integrated Master’s degree programme.

Students must receive a Master’s degree in Matter to Life by studying at one of the three teaching (University of Göttingen, , or Technical University of Munich).

Subsequently, the students pursue their own research in the PhD phase of the programme under the supervision of a fellow of the Matter to Life who has matching research interests.

Course Details 2 Course organisation You will spend the first phase (Master's study phase) of the programme at one of the three teaching universities, depending on your choice of specialisation:

Complex Systems and Biological (University of Göttingen), Molecular Systems and (Heidelberg University), or Bioengineering (Technical University of Munich)

The universities share a core curriculum with classes taught in connected classrooms. Voluntary preparatory courses in , chemistry, physical chemistry, and statistics are offered prior to the start of the Master's programme.

During the Master's phase of the programme, laboratory rotations to associated institutions are encouraged, and the students are supported in building their own research networks in this highly interdisciplinary area. All students are given a mentor to guide them through the programme.

After you have successfully completed the Master's programme, you can continue with the three- year PhD programme under the supervision of one of the school's fellows.

A Diploma supplement will Yes be issued

International elements International guest lecturers Specialist literature in other languages Projects with partners in and abroad

Integrated internships Six-month internship in collaboration with the fellows of the Max Planck School Matter to Life as part of the Master's programme.

Special promotion / funding Other (e.g. state level) of the programme

Course-specific, integrated No courses

Course-specific, integrated No English language courses

Costs / Funding

Tuition fees per semester in None EUR

Semester contribution Fees are around 400 EUR per semester. The fees include a prepaid semester ticket that entitles students to use regional trains (in Lower and ) and city buses in Göttingen free of charge. Students of the University of Göttingen receive discounts for cultural events. Meals and drinks are also available at reduced prices at all university canteens. Fees: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/fee Semester ticket: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/16432.html

Costs of living The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health and books are about 850 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age. 3 For further information, please see the following link: www.uni-goettingen.de/en/54664.html.

Funding opportunities Yes within the university

Description of the above- During the Master's phase of the programme, students will receive generous stipends from the Max mentioned funding Planck Society with a minimum of 1,365 EUR gross pay per month. As PhD student, you will receive opportunities within the a position as a scientist and be paid according to German salary regulations TV-L / TVöD E13. This university will result in a monthly salary of at least 4,800 EUR before taxes. This will allow you to fully concentrate on your studies and research.

Requirements / Registration

Academic admission Bachelor's degree in or engineering with at least three years of study and at requirements least 180 credits: including at least 96 credits in the fields of physics, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular , molecular systems engineering, or bioengineering including at least 19 credits in the field of physics and mathematics English certificate (for non-native speakers)

Language requirements Very good English language skills are required: level B2 and above. Proof of a successfully completed (IELTS, TOEFL, or CAE) is required when applying.

Application deadline 1 December to begin the programme in the winter semester of the following year.

Submit application to The dedicated application portal

Services

Possibility of finding part- The university supports students in finding part-time jobs in local industries and businesses. A time employment number of student jobs are also available at the university. They are announced on the following website: www.stellenwerk-goettingen.de.

Please note that restrictions may apply with your scholarship or visa. Non-EU students are subject to special regulations.

Foreign applicants should note that it is not easy to find a job to finance their studies, as German students are also searching for jobs. Some proficiency in German may be indispensable to your job search. Non-EU students are permitted to work a maximum of 120 full days (240 half days) per year.

Accommodation For the first semester, students have the option to stay in accommodation organised by the Max Planck School Matter to Life.

The Accommodation Service of the International Office supports international students who are enrolled at the University of Göttingen in finding accommodation and serves as a point of contact for related queries. The Accommodation Service also publishes suitable offers from private landlords in Göttingen and collaborates with the Student Services ("Studentenwerk"). As the number of available accommodation options in Göttingen is limited, it is highly recommended to contact the Accommodation Service as early as possible. 4 For further information, please see the following link: www.uni-goettingen.de/en/364086.html.

Career advisory service The Career Service of the University of Göttingen offers individual support to facilitate your successful transition from the academic to the professional world — whether you want to work in Germany or abroad. Especially for international students aiming for a career entry in Germany, the Career Service provides topic-specific "Career Impulse Sessions", workshops, online learning modules, and a qualification programme in “Building International Careers” as well as digital career tools and a virtual community for international employment opportunities: www.uni- goettingen.de/en/292.html.

The office of the of Studies offers:

CV check Job wall Career-related talks with physicists

Specific specialist or non- Welcome event specialist support for international students and doctoral candidates

Contact

University of Göttingen Faculty of Physics

Friedrich-Hund-Platz 1 37077 Göttingen

[email protected] Course website: https://www.maxplanckschools.de/en/matter-to-life

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