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- 1. University of Applied Sciences Master Applied Nanotechnology The programme This Master in Applied Nanotechnology is the result of a close cooperation between Saxion and the University of Twente (UT). Master students use both Saxion’s laboratory facilities in the High Tech Factory as well as the excellent university facilities, such as the MESA+ nanolab. Year one The first semester of the year is taken up by a foundation course. Both theory and practical training will be focused on teaching you various methods and techniques for developing (innovative) micro- and nanotechnology products and applications. Subjects in this first semester include physics, mathematics, physical chemistry and micro-/nanotechnology. In the second semester, you are assigned an individual project, leading to a report that you must then uphold. Year two In the first few months of the second year, you study a number of compulsory subjects including Introduction to Visualization and Simulation and Environmental Aspects of Nanotechnology and Nanotoxiology. Additionally, you pick a number of scientific or specialisation subjects. The major part of the second year is taken up by the final year assignment (thesis) on location. This may focus on a specialisation area, an early prototype or an end product. Practical matters Practical information Location: Saxion Enschede Duration: 2 years Language: English Study format: full-time Your future Nanotechnology generates ever more jobs in the Netherlands, particularly in the Eastern Netherlands. The Twente region has the highest concentration of high-tech businesses (almost 400) in the country. Working closely with the University of Twente, Saxion and active partners from the public sector, these businesses develop nanoscience and nanotechnology knowledge and apply it to design new products. Three or four new start-ups emerge in Twente every year. As holder of a Master degree in Applied Nanotechnology, you will be able to find employment in a number of technical positions, such as product engineer, application engineer, project engineer or R&D engineer. You will be part of research and development teams for start-ups, crossovers and knowledge institutions. Here you will learn to develop new products and/or processes, conquer new markets, design new applications or modify and implement existing products and/or processes. Naturally, you may also be appointed to business-facing positions, where you will use your technical/development know- how to market innovative applications to clients and customise them to their wishes. Upon graduation, you are entitled to use the title of Master of Science (post-nominal letters: MSc). Entry requirements Your admission is conditional on you holding a Bachelor degree in one of the following subjects: Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Design Engineering, Chemistry, Biology & Medical Laboratory Research, Mechanical Engineering or a comparable subject. Costs Annual course fee: approx. € 1,984 (EU/EEA students) Books: approx. € 750
- 2. saxion.edu saxion.edu Modules overview Year 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Creative Facilitation Society and Technology Development Business & Money Micro/Nano-Scale Eng. & Technology I Micro/Nano-Scale Eng. & Technology II Individually-tailored project in an integrated R&D environment + In-Depth Tutorials Physics & Mathematics in Microsystems Physical Chemistry in Microsystems Practicum II: Prototypes & Applications A. NEMS/MEMS applications: • Testing & Characterization • Assembly and Prototyping B. Nanoparticle applications: • Surface Functionalization • Enhancement of device properties Practicum I: Basic Techniques A. Top-Down Fabrication: Cleanroom Processes B. Bottom-up Fabrication: Nanoparticle Synthesis Photonics for Microsystems Electronics for Microsystems (Bio)chemistry of Surfaces Microfluidics Practica Chemical-specific Microscopy Thin-Film Deposition Methods Theory Year 2 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Technology Readiness Levels: roadmaps for high-tech startups Master Thesis Project External project in industry Environmental aspects of nanotechnology and nanotoxicology Introduction to Visualization and Simulation Elective classes: 1 Nanodevices 2 Nanomedicine 3 Colloids and Interfaces 4 Controlled Drug and Gene Delivery 5 Surfaces and Thin Layers 6 Advanced Industrial Manufacturing Techniques and Assembly The distinguishing feature of the Master degree programme Applied Nanotechnology is the design and development of innovative products and applications in the field of nanotechnology. As such, this Master degree programme is unique in the Netherlands. Nanotechnology, design, solving problems for diverse target groups, high-tech skills and knowledge of various disciplines are the themes that run throughout the programme. This Master degree programme is all about translating new theory into as- yet-unknown innovative applications. Learning objectives • Applying your knowledge of microtechnology and nanotechnology in an innovative manner. • Designing products and processes based on microtechnology and nanotechnology. • Becoming a creative thinker! You will explore new possibilities during the design phase in order to apply nanotechnological expertise in new ways. • Learning to apply your theoretical knowledge in practice. • Developing ‘soft skills’; communication, teamwork, ethics and entrepreneurship. Enschede P.O. Box 70.000, 7500 KB Enschede, The Netherlands, Tel. +31 53 487 11 11