
Overview
The Advanced Materials - Innovative Recycling (AMIR) Master program offered by EIT RawMaterials Academy has been developed with the expertise of 6 European Universities. This way, AMIR brings together one of the best study programme of its kind.
This programme aims to answer vital questions regarding our future and the transition to a green, circular economy that emits less CO2. These questions will be answered by a team of academics, industry and research experts who will educate the next generation of professionals.
The AMIR programme partners
The AMIR programme works in collaboration with 6 leading European universities – the University of Bordeaux, NOVA University Lisbon, TU Darmstadt, the University of Liège, the Polytechnic University of Madrid and the University of Miskolc.
The programme was developed with the aim to bring together Europe’s leading academic experts in the field of materials recycling. This expertise is combined with some of the world’s leading industry experts to deliver a programme of excellence that is unrivalled in the field.
Degrees awarded
After graduating the AMIR Master programme students have the possibility of obtaining a double diploma; a nationally accredited diploma from each of the two partner universities where they study. Currently, the following combinations of partners lead to a double diploma:
- First-year at the University of Bordeaux and second year at either the Technical University of Madrid or TU Darmstadt
- First-year at NOVA University Lisbon or the University of Miskolc and second year at either the Technical University of Madrid, TU Darmstadt or University of Liège
Professional profiles after graduation:
The AMIR programme offers students the necessary expertise to take positions in the recycling sector. Some examples of fields where they can work are:
- Process optimisation
- Materials design
- Plant administration
- Project administration
Also, the skills gained during this MSc can be transferable in sectors like information and communication technologies, building construction, energy, machinery tools, and mobility.
Finally, an academic career could be a possibility for AMIR graduates. They will be fully prepared to follow a PhD programme in the recycling sector to pursue engineering careers or academic research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Materials, recycling and entrepreneurship
- Material design for recycling
- Metallurgy and metals recycling
- Mineral recycling for construction and other sectors
- Polymers, hybrids and composite recycling.
- Industrial internship
- Master thesis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering Materials Science & Engineering Natural Resource Management View 11 other Masters in Chemical Engineering in FranceAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- The programme is aimed at candidates who have a bachelor‘s degree in Engineering and Environmental Sciences with advanced knowledge in Chemistry (minimum 3 years of study or 180 ECTS credits), or a bachelor‘s degree in Chemistry, Physical-Chemistry, Materials (or Matter) Sciences. Candidates must also demonstrate English language proficiency.
Tuition Fee
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International
4000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4000 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2000 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Bordeaux
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?
- Belgium
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Portugal
- Spain