Student Projects

Yes, your own topic ideas are generally welcome. Together, we'll determine whether they can be developed into a suitable research question.

Yes, depending on the project situation, the LMW offers both bachelor's and master's theses.

Laboratory experience is helpful, but not always required. The necessary methods will be determined based on the topic.

In appropriate cases, final projects may also have an industrial focus or be conducted in collaboration with industry partners.

Yes. Even if there aren't any relevant topics posted at the moment, please feel free to contact us with your interests. Topics often arise from ongoing research projects or current issues being addressed by the department.

An interest in materials science, a meticulous approach to scientific work, and a basic understanding of materials science concepts are helpful. Depending on the topic, knowledge of metallography, materials testing, microscopy, data analysis, or simulation may be an advantage.

Please register as early as possible, as soon as you have an idea of when you would like to begin your thesis. This will allow enough time for choosing a topic, coordinating with your advisor, and making organizational preparations.

Yes. Theses can be thematically linked to ongoing research projects. This gives students the opportunity to contribute to current academic and applied research questions.