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MScLightweight Design and Composite Materials

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Austria, Steyr / Wels / Hagenberg / Linz
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Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

With its focus on lightweight construction, composites, materials science and production technology as well as its high proportion of R&D projects, this course is unique in Austria and in German-speaking countries. A smooth career start is ensured.

Main areas of study:

Composite materials, light metals, plastics, smart materials
Product development and design: building methods and construction
Manufacturing processes, joining technology and additive manufacturing / 3D printing
Simulation: material modeling, structure and process simulation, optimization
Structural, material, manufacturing and lightweight systems as well as bionics
Repair, maintenance, sustainability
Testing technology and test planning including material analysis (destructive and with CT, thermography, etc.)
Quality assurance and management, statistics
Accompanying project work with research institutions and companies
Leadership and social skills, business administration, law, english.

Career opportunities

Lightweight construction is becoming increasingly important worldwide in areas that are important for (Upper) Austria, such as automobile construction and aviation, among other things through e-mobility, mechanical engineering and sport. After completing their studies, graduates can work in a managerial position in the areas of material and process development, component design, construction and optimization, composite processing, technical project management or management, quality management and research and development. In addition, the graduates acquire entrepreneurial basics for an independent career in this innovative industry.

Apply now! Fall semester 2023/24
Application period has ended
Notes
Please see the university profile or contact us for the deadlines that apply to you
Apply now! Fall semester 2023/24
Application period has ended
Notes
Please see the university profile or contact us for the deadlines that apply to you