The module Soft Condensed Matter combines a compulsory foundational lecture with a selectable in-depth component in the form of a so-called micro-module. This new elective module (3 ECTS) is offered in the following degree programs:
- M.Sc. Chemistry: Add-On Module / Compulsory Elective Module (Research Profile 2)
- M.Sc. Chemical Sciences: Specialization module (Profile 2)
- B.Sc. Physics: Compulsory Elective Module (Advanced Lecture Chemistry Depending on Offer)
In the foundational lecture Introduction to Soft Matter, you will first gain a broad overview in the field of Soft Matter. It introduces the most important forms of soft matter, their similairites, and their biological and technological relevance. In addition, it conveys fundamental physico-chemical concepts underlying the various systems and presents the key experimental methods used to study them.
Building on these fundamentals, you then choose one of the available areas of specialization according to your personal interests. In your chosen micro-module, you deepen your understanding of the respective topic and apply the concepts you have learned through hands-on lab experiments.
The following areas of specialization are currently available to choose from:
- Foams,
- Emulsions,
- Liquid Crystals, and
- (Artificial) Biomembranes.
Further micro-modules are currently in development and will expand the range of offerings in the future.
Why choose this module?
The Soft Condensed Matter module combines foundational knowledge with an individual specialization. Thanks to the modular teaching concept, you benefit from a high degree of flexibility in choosing your subfield of choice.
- Linking theory and application
Each micro-module combines theoretical content with an experimental part and enables in-depth engagement with the chosen topic. - Individual focus
Choose one of the available in-depth areas and shape the module flexibly according to your disciplinary interests. - Flexible module concept
The range of micro-modules is being continuously expanded and will open up further specialization opportunities in the future.