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Admission to M.Sc. BSTE

Follow your application path, complete the requirements checklist, and prepare your documents for the M.Sc. Battery Science and Technology in Engineering at RWTH Aachen.

Overview

The M.Sc. Battery Science and Technology in Engineering is a research-focused program with a limited number of spots (approx. 30 per year). The admission process differs based on where you obtained your degree. Use the interactive checklist below to verify your eligibility.

Limited spots (~30 students)
Fully taught in English
120 ECTS (4 Semesters)

Key Deadlines

Oct02
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Admission Criteria & Rules

Numerus Clausus (NC) Selection Score — European Economic Area (EEA) Pathway

For applicants with a university degree from an EU / EEA member state, the selection ranking is calculated as follows:

  • 80% Weight: Digital Math & Aptitude Test for Engineering (dMAT) score
  • 20% Weight: Final Bachelor's Grade Point Average (GPA)
Self-Verification ReminderPlease verify yourself if you have all your required dMAT / GRE score reports, English B2 certificates, and credit requirements prior to the final application deadline.
Aptitude Proof Warning

If the study aptitude test (dMAT) proof is missing by the final deadline, it will be graded with 0 points in the selection ranking.

Non-EEA 7% Quota Limit

By North Rhine-Westphalia state law, a maximum 7% quota of study spots is reserved for Non-EU/EEA graduates (evaluated via GRE General Test).

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dMAT / GRE Self-Verification Requirement

Please verify yourself if you have all your required test certificates (dMAT or GRE General Test), official transcripts, and English B2 language proofs before applying through RWTHonline.

European Economic Area (EEA) Pathway — Numerus Clausus (NC) Selection Score

Follow this checklist if you completed your Bachelor's degree in an EU / EEA member state. Selection rank is evaluated via 80% dMAT aptitude test score + 20% Bachelor's Grade Point Average (GPA).

1. Check Academic Degree Eligibility

First university degree equivalent to 180 ECTS in natural/engineering/technical sciences.

2. Register for the dMAT Aptitude Test

Take the online aptitude test which represents 80% of the selection rank.

3. Verify English Language Proof (B2)

Prepare accepted certificate proving English CEFR level B2.

4. Prepare Application Documents

Prepare certified digital files of all credentials.

5. Important Rule: Deadlines and Missing Scores

I understand that if dMAT test results are not submitted by the deadline (August 1), the aptitude score is counted as 0 points in the selection ranking.

Apply via RWTHonlinePlease review and check off all 5 steps in the checklist above to unlock the official application portal link.

Need help with your application?

If you have questions about the aptitude test or eligibility, please consult the FAQ first.

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