Master in Advanced Materials Science

Master's program "Advanced Materials Science" is focused on the study of new construction materials used in space engineering, accurate mechanical engineering, medicine, information technologies and other fields. The program also undertakes the study of the fundamental physical principles of measurements, modern analytical methods of materials properties study, as well as methods of their production. The program is designed for students who have received a BS degree in solid state physics, materials science, nanomaterials, or metallurgy.

The medium of instruction for this program is English.

Importance of the MS program

New materials were discovered and studied mainly by a rule of thumb. Yet, today due to the continuously growing industrial expectations from new materials possessing a wide spectrum of properties, there needs to be elaborated strong and reliable theoretical grounds, induced from practical experiments, to achieve greater success in this field.... [-]

Master in Advanced Metallic Materials and Engineering

An MS program “Advanced Metallic Materials and Engineering” offers high-quality postgraduate education in mechanical and aerospace engineering and non-ferrous physical metallurgy.

Total amount of Academic Credits: 120 credits.

Academic Credits for R&D work and dissertation: 45 credits.

Academic Credits for educational courses: 75 credits.

The medium of instruction for this program is English.

Program’s content

During their study, students will actively use technical equipment that will help them test their theoretical knowledge in an experimental setting. The educational process is based on the modular system, which allows students to choose the courses they deem necessary and beneficial for their future career from a total number of courses offered by the program.... [-]

The Master's program Quantum Physics for Advanced Materials Engineering is devoted to the study of new physical phenomena discovered in nanostructured materials and quantum devices created last 20-30 years in the search for components for quantum electronics. At the same time, the program addresses the basic physical principles of electronic systems and devices of quantum electronics, as well as some important manufacturing techniques and measurements of physical and chemical characteristics of quantum-sized structures and materials.

The program is designed for students trained in the number of university courses in general physics and introduction to theoretical physics for a Bachelors, which includes the courses: theoretical mechanics and the theory of elasticity, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics and statistical physics. The program does not involve a starting special training of students in the condensed matter physics, because it includes basic courses in:... [-]

Program description

The program provides a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art nanomaterials science and nanotechnology for fabricating nanomaterials, enabling students to engage with this rapidly growing scientific field. The program contains interdisciplinary topics covering science and engineering of advanced materials, such as fabrication and characterization of individual nanostructures (nanoparticles, nanospheres, nanotubes, nanosheets); functional nanomaterials, including hard and superhard materials, nanostructured thin films and bulk materials; surface engineering; atomistic simulations of solids and nanostructures.

A significant advantage of the program is an involvement of each student in the undergoing scientific research projects under the supervision of world-leading scientists. During the course of the projects, the students will be trained to use unique technological and analytical equipment available at the University. This will allow students to gain both fundamental knowledge and practical skills in the following disciplines: Synthesis of Nanostructures, with in-depth focus on a gas-phase synthesis of nanospheres, nanotubes and nanoflakes; Composite Materials; Nanostructured coatings; Hard and Superhard Nanomaterials, Spectroscopy and Electron Microscopy of Nanostructures, and Atomistic Simulations by Empirical and First-principles Methods.... [-]

The two-year Master’s degree program in Nanotechnology and Materials for Micro- and Nanosystems is devoted to the study of micro- and nano-scale phenomena, materials, and devices. It gives students a solid foundation in three core areas: nanomaterial fabrication and characterization; physical properties; and devices. The students will also understand the potential for the technology commercialization and its social impact. The program includes compulsory foundational courses along with elective courses focusing on specific materials and devices. The list of the main thematic areas included in the program is as follows:

Highlights

The purpose of this degree program is to train highly qualified specialists capable of solving complex engineering and management tasks in power industry. The program is focused on preparing students for leading edge positions in the area of automated electromechanical and heat power systems in following industries:

Our students will benefit from outstanding learning experience available and acquire in-depth knowledge of up-to-date and innovative technologies in

The program is focused on the preparing masters who have world-class competencies in the area of applied mechanics, solid mechanics, mathematical and computer modeling in mechanics, computational mechanics, computer engineering, capable to do investigation of fundamental and applied problems in these areas, as well as solving complex scientific and technical problems in various sectors of high-tech industry through the application of innovative multidisciplinary upper-industrial computer technology. The uniqueness of the Master's program, determined by the availability of educational and scientific innovation laboratory "Computational Mechanics" (CompMechLab®), through which runs a large amount of research and scientific innovation work. This allows operatively enter into a master program individual educational path, taking into account the needs of employers.... [-]

The objects of professional activity: thermal and nuclear power stations, energy supply systems of enterprises, objects of small power, installations, systems and complexes of high-temperature and low-temperature technology; steam and hot water boilers for different purposes; the reactors and steam generators of nuclear power plants; steam and gas turbine power units, combined-cycle and gas-turbine installations; installations for the production of compressed and liquefied gases, compressor, refrigeration systems; installation of air-conditioning systems; heat pumps; chemical reactors, fuel cells, electrochemical power units; installation of hydrogen energy; auxiliary heat engineering equipment; heat and mass transfer devices for different purposes; heat and power networks; heat engineering and electrical equipment for industrial plants; installation of air-conditioning coolants and working fluids; process fluids, gases and vapors, melts, solid and loose body as the coolant and the working body energy and heat engineering installations; fuel and oil; normative and technical documentation and standardization system; system diagnosis and automated control of technological processes in heat power engineering and heat engineering.... [-]

The duration of the program is 2 years.

Mechatronics is the integration of mechanics, electrical machines, automation equipment, power electronics, microprocessor technologies, and software. The newest direction of engineering is considered to be one of the most promising and requires Universities to prepare real professionals.

Graduates in the field of training "Mechatronics and Robotics" have the opportunity to work in modern international engineering companies and high-tech manufacturing enterprises where the design, production, commissioning and operation of modern robotic equipment are held.

The duration of the program is 2 years.

Training of specialists on the following positions: bay supervisor, machine shop manager, manufacturing director, Head of Welding Laboratory for the following industries: aircraft construction, shipbuilding, automotive industry, pipe industry, construction, gas, and oil industry.

Students study modeling of welding processes and the reliability of welded structures.

Also, they study automated and robotically welded complexes on supercomputers in educational and industrial complexes.

This major enables our graduates to carry out activities on management of building and design organizations, as well as apply their knowledge in research and educational work. 2 years of study guarantee broad outlook in the most demanded fields of knowledge – economically justified decision making in case of construction arrangement and work performance technology. Master students have a great number of class courses. Besides, they are participants in research work on more than 25 areas of the Department. That’s why the Department has state-of-the-art research equipment and software tools. It systematically improves laboratory facilities.... [-]

The program offers training students in research and production activities. The training is focused on the practical solution of tasks of electric power energy renewable sources operation and development of power supply systems including distributed generation.

The program is aimed at training students to become specialists of new generation owning system and fundamental knowledge of integration of distributed generation in power systems; electric energy quality; power electronics; emergency modes in electric power engineering systems; protection and control of power supplying systems including distributed generation; renewable energy; numerical and optimization methods; theory of electromagnetic field; management systems for electric machines; theory of electric networks control; power energy storage system; digital measuring systems; hydropower plants; wind power industry; control over renewable energy sources generators.... [-]

The development of the economy of any state largely depends on materials used in various industries, their functional properties, and safety among other things. In this regard, the development of new materials is on the list priorities in the development of science and technologies.

Novosibirsk is a leading research center in materials science, chemistry, and physics of materials. The master program “Materials science” provides opportunities to perform a research project with leading Russian research teams, and to learn from the lectures given by recognized experts in the field. A publication in the peer-review international scientific journals is expected after the end of the project. We believe that this is a good starting point for a research career in one the most rapidly developing fields.... [-]

The programme focuses on the issues of urban planning and management using new city models and technologies. It is led by international and Russian scholars and experts who are forming the current agenda for smart city development in Russia and worldwide. The key principle of the programme is learning by doing. The programme takes place in a laboratory-type environment where students try new technology, prepare prototypes, investigate and analyse the city through data, and develop projects that come as a relevant response to complex problems that affect modern cities.

The programme invites architects, designers, engineers, economists, entrepreneurs and graduates interested in the management of cities and technologies. The skills acquired during the programme provide the graduates with a variety of career opportunities in large technological companies, city administrations or their own innovative businesses.... [-]

The master’s program “Aircraft Propulsion and Power Systems”, implemented within the scope of the “Aircraft Engines” area, boasts international status and has been developed in conjunction with the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (China).

The program is aimed at training high-caliber specialists in the design of aviation gas-turbine engines and power-system drives. Students learn the fundamental aspects of the creation of aerospace equipment, and participate in the design of an aviation gas-turbine engine, starting with the initial idea and thermogasdynamic calculations and ending with the detailed design.

The advantage of the program is the opportunity to learn how to take a comprehensive approach to the design of engines and their parts, and to master the techniques used in solving interdisciplinary tasks with the broad use of IT technologies and full-scale experiments.... [-]