Master of Science in Polymer Technology
Aalen University · Aalen, Germany
Application deadline
15 Sept 2026
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Starts
Winter semester, Summer semester
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Tuition
Tuition varies
Duration
3 semesters
Taught in
English
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Can you get in?
- Academic requirements
- First degree (Bachelor's) in Engineering (Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, Plastics, Processing, Production), Material Science, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with a German entrance mark of minimum 2.5 and better Preliminary knowledge in polymer chemistry or materials science is not a prerequisite.
- English
- B2B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 20 Speaking: 17 Writing: 17 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 4.5 Reading: 4.5 Listening: 4.5 Speaking: 4.5 Writing: 4.5
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Directly to Aalen University. The official programme listing links to the application portal.
- Application period
- The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: 15 June - 15 September The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 15 December - 15 March
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Check my profile — freeWhat your first year costs
- Tuition (2 semesters)
- €3,000
- Semester contribution (2×)
- €340
- Living costs (12 months)
- €11,976
- First year, about
- €15,316
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the university's own estimate.
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Compare my optionsThe programme
Explore the intersection of engineering excellence and sustainability with Aalen University's leading international English-speaking Master's programme: Polymer Technology. Designed to offer students a comprehensive blend of theoretical insights and hands-on laboratory experience, our Master's programme aims to equip you with a solid foundation in the science and technology of polymers while preparing you to address future challenges in the field.
- How it is organised
- The programme has a duration of three semesters, comprising two semesters of lectures and laboratories and one semester for the Master's thesis. Practical training can be undertaken within the scope of a sabbatical semester. PDF Download
- Part-time work
- It is possible to find part-time employment either at the university or outside of the university; the responsibility to secure such opportunities lies solely with the individual, requiring their own initiative.
- Support for international students
- Please refer to the International Center of Aalen University https://www.hs-aalen.de/en/international-center/. Please also refer to Information for International Students.
From your country
General requirements for master's applicants. Rules change — confirm with the university and your local German mission.
🇮🇳 Applying from India
- An APS India certificate is mandatory before your visa appointment — processing takes weeks, so start it the day you decide to apply.
- Budget for the blocked account (€11,904 for one year in 2026 — verify the current amount with the German Embassy).
- IELTS/TOEFL is typically required; some universities accept a Medium-of-Instruction letter — check the official program page.
🇳🇬 Applying from Nigeria
- Proof of funds is usually a blocked account; open it early — transfers and verification take time.
- WAEC/NECO results are assessed via uni-assist for most universities; a Studienkolleg year may be required for bachelor's entry.
- Visa appointment slots in Lagos and Abuja book out months ahead — book as soon as you have an admission letter.
🇻🇳 Applying from Vietnam
- APS Vietnam certification applies to Vietnamese applicants — schedule the document check before university deadlines.
- Most universities want IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English-taught programs; requirements vary by program.
- Plan finances around the blocked account plus health insurance — both are checked at the visa stage.
🇧🇩 Applying from Bangladesh
- Document verification is strict: keep certificates, transcripts, and bank papers consistent and genuine — discrepancies sink applications.
- The blocked account is the standard proof of funds. You do not need an admission letter to open one, so set it up alongside your applications.
- Apply to several programs in parallel — visa processing in Dhaka can be slow, and an early admission letter buys you time.
Living in Aalen
A Swabian town of about 68,000 at the foot of the Swabian Jura, with a Roman fort, an iron-ore mine to walk into and an engineering university that teaches in English.
Aalen sits in the upper Kocher valley in eastern Baden-Württemberg, about 70 km east of Stuttgart and 48 km north of Ulm. It is small enough that you can walk or cycle from your room to the lecture hall, and it has a Roman cavalry fort, half-timbered streets…
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