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About the programme
The MSc programme in Nanoscience and Technology takes place in China. It gives you a deep understanding of the concepts and methodologies of nanoscience and nanotechnology, as well as basic knowledge within business innovation and entrepreneurship. Please note that students at this programme must (as the general rule) be in China for the entire duration of their studies.
The programme is offered in English.
What makes the programme at UCPH unique?
Offered as a collaboration between the Danish universities and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), this programme offers international teaching in cutting-edge nanoscience and technology. Additionally, it offers a strong research focus and cultural immersion in the rapidly advancing field of nanoscience. This programme is facilitated in China and students graduate with a double degree from UCPH and UCAS.Why is this programme relevant?
Nanotechnology plays a central role in the next generation of scientific breakthroughs necessary to address the existing global scientific and societal challenges, such as climate change, environmental protection, sustainable food technologies, and global health. You are trained to work in global research and development environments with highly advanced technologies contributing with specialised knowledge and an international perspective.Admission and application
To apply for admission to this master's degree programme, you must have completed a qualifying bachelor’s degree or a similar Danish or international degree programme which is assessed to be relevant. Apply for admission via the application portal.
Below, you can read more about admission requirements and which documents to upload in the application portal.
If you hold a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification from a Danish or international university not listed above, you are eligible for admission if you have a degree in a natural science field such as:
- Nano-Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biochemistry
- Materials Science
You must also meet the language requirement for English B.
Documentation
As part of your application, you must include a number of documents, which vary depending on your educational background.
Below, you can see what documentation you need to enclose your application.
If your study programme automatically meets the admission requirements, you must upload the following documents with your application:
Compulsory
- Transcript of records
- Proof of language proficiency
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Copy of passport/national ID card
If relevant with your background:
- Proof of passed master's courses, incl. course descriptions
- Receipt of payment of application deposit
f you have another Danish or international education, you must upload the following documents with your application:
Compulsory
- Transcript of records
- Proof of language proficiency
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Copy of passport/national ID card
If relevant with your background:
- Proof of passed master's courses, incl. course descriptions
- Receipt of payment of application deposit
Application deadline
Study start in September
1 March at 23:59
Application deadline for all applicants.
Open for applications from 16 January. You will receive a reply by 15 May.
How we prioritise your application
Find information about available places on the study programme, as well as the distribution of students admitted last year.
| Admission statistics Nanoscience and Technology 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Available study places | 30 |
| Admission statistics Nanoscience and Technology 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Admitted (of which have start in February) | 25 (0) |
| Admission distribution (legal right/other) | 0% / 100% |
| Applicants | 20 |
| Age average | Not disclosed |
| Nationality (dk/international) | 12% / 88% |
If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places, applicants will be prioritised according to the following criteria:
How to apply
The documentation requirements depend on your applicant category. Select the category below that applies to you and find out what documents you need and how to apply for admission.
5 quick questions and answers
Starting in 2028, you can apply for focused 1-year master’s degrees, 2-year master’s degrees, and several new types of degrees for working professionals, combining study and relevant work.
The new master’s opportunities are relevant for you if you wish to apply for a master’s degree from 2028.
Your bachelor’s degree is the basis for assessing if you meet the admission requirements for the master’s degree.
In the curriculum you can see how many ECTS credits from other courses can be included in addition to your bachelor’s degree. These courses must be completed before you complete the bachelor’s degree. Courses completed between your bachelor’s and master’s degree cannot be included in the assessment.
Regrettably, the University of Copenhagen does not offer pre-assessment of your educational background to determine whether you qualify for admission.
The assessment process only begins once we have received your application. You can prepare by comparing your courses with the admission requirements.
If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must pay the application deposit and tuition fee.
If you want to apply for admission to a master’s degree or to apply for re-admission, study change, transfer, or re-enrolment at the University of Copenhagen, you must apply through the application portal.
Once you have submitted your application, you can follow the application in the application portal.
See the guide to the application portal
Read more about applying for re-admission, study change, transfer, and re-enrolment
Programme structure
Nanoscience and Technology is a 2-year MSc programme where you will be taught in the many academic fields of nanoscience, including nanobiotechnology and nanoelectronics. You become an expert in applying scientific techniques in new ways, and in communicating technical and conceptual issues across disciplines such as biology and physics. Furthermore, the programme gives you a unique insight into the language, culture, and society of China.
Please note that as a student at this programme, you must (as the general rule) be in China for the entire duration of your studies.
During the programme your academic focus will be on the following areas:
- Unifying Concepts in Nanoscience
- Nanocharacterization
- Nanobiotechnology
- Synthesis and Fabrication
- Nanoelectronics
- Bio-nanomaterials
- Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Nano Energy Materials
Academic staff and researchers at the Nano-Science Center at University of Copenhagen, iNano at University of Aarhus, and UCAS, are responsible for the majority of the teaching of the courses. This includes an overlap with researchers who are already involved in basic research centers such as Danish-Chinese Center for Molecular Nano-Electronics, University of Copenhagen, and the Danish-Chinese Centre for Self-Assembly and Function of Molecular Nanostructures on Surfaces, Aarhus University.
The nanoscience research performed by the involved institutions and centers ranges from condensed matter physics, nano physics, surface analysis, quantum mechanics, soft matter physics, materials chemistry, physical chemistry, nano chemistry, organic chemistry, synthesis, molecular self-organization, nanomaterials to nanoelectronics, photophysics and photochemistry.
Teaching and Language
The first year consists of class teaching and exercises in the laboratory at the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, China in Beijing. The second year will focus on the thesis.
All teaching is in English. You are not required to speak Chinese at the university. However, all international students studying in China must attend language and culture classes alongside their studies.
Programme Overview
Compulsory courses: 60 ECTS
Master's thesis: 60 ECTS
Year 1
1st semester
Unifying Concepts in Nanoscience
15 ECTS
Nanobiotechnology
5 ECTS
Nanocharacterization
10 ECTS
2nd semester
Nanoelectronics
5 ECTS
Synthesis and Fabrication
10 ECTS
Bionanomaterials
5 ECTS
Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship
5 ECTS
Nano Energy Materials
5 ECTS
Year 2
3.+4. semester
Thesis
60 ECTS
Programme Curriculum
If you are more interested in the academic content, regulations, and examination requirements, you should consult the curriculum, which serves as the legal foundation for the programme.
There is both a curriculum specific to each degree programme and a general curriculum that applies across the faculty.
Please note that curricula are often revised annually. Any new versions will be published no later than during the spring semester.
Video: Study Nanoscience and Technology
Meet Jens Røberg Frandsen, who has taken the MSc in Nanoscience and Technology at SDC. Here he talks about his time in China and his job as a consultant at the Danish Technological Institute. Please note: The video is in Danish with English subtitles.
Video: Studying in China
Meet Cecilie, who has taken the MSc in Nanoscience and Technology at SDC. Here she talks about studying in China.
Video: Writing Your Thesis in China
Nanoscience and Technology MSc graduate Jens Røberg Frandsen talks about his thesis writing process. Please note: The video is in Danish with English subtitles.
Career opportunities
Upon completion of the master’s programme, you will obtain the title Master of Science in Nanoscience and Technology.
MSc in Nanoscience and Technology is an interdisciplinary and research-based programme with a focus on theoretical, experimental and practical subjects.
The programme provides students with skills and abilities to handle concepts and methods within the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Furthermore, it provides basic knowledge of business innovation and entrepreneurship.
The students in the Nanoscience and Technology programme comes from many different BSc fields such as physics, chemistry, biology and nanoscience. A Nanoscience and Technology student will, however, obtain an interdisciplinary and thorough knowledge of the research methodology. This allows the student to work in projects that often involve colleagues from other disciplines.
The student in Nanoscience and Technology could serve as a link between specialists e.g., in physics and biology, and communicate technical and conceptual issues across disciplines. A Nanoscience and Technology student in particular has an eye for new and unconventional applications of scientific techniques and methods.
This programme offers a unique opportunity to become a first-mover in China. In addition to the scientific education, the two years in China will also provide Chinese language skills, an in-depth understanding of Chinese culture and society plus a chance to develop a network in China.
All together a profile highly valued worldwide.
University of Copenhagen (UCPH) and University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) offer the programme in close cooperation with Aarhus University (AU). The programme takes place in Beijing, China.
Employment
With an MSc degree in Nanoscience and Technology you will gain academic skills that allow you to work in various areas such as:
- High-tech companies
- Chemical plants
- Biotechnology
- Energy
- Medicine
- Materials Research
- Food industry
- Research Institutions
Student life
The teaching at Sino-Danish Center takes place in the House of the Danish Industry Foundation, which is located on UCAS’ Yanqihu campus 60 km north-east of Beijing.
The Great Wall of China is within walking distance from campus and so is the beautiful Yanqi Lake. On and around campus you can find dormitories for students, canteens, supermarkets, restaurants, and a lot of sports facilities. Local busses can take you from campus to the nearby town, Huairou where you can find more supermarkets, restaurants, shopping malls and a cinema. Moreover, you can transfer to the express bus to Beijing from Huairou.
Sino-Danish Centre's Danish and Chinese staff members also have an office in the House of the Danish Industry Foundation.
Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research (SDC)
Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research (SDC) is a partnership between eight Danish universities, the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Higher Education, the Chinese university University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), and the Chinese research institute Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).
The aim of SDC is to promote and strengthen collaboration between Danish and Chinese research and education environments for the benefit of both countries.
Where is SDC?
The home of SDC is the House of the Danish Industry Foundation, which is located on UCAS’ Yanqihu campus north of Beijing. On sight you will find both Danish and Chinese staff, researchers and students. SDC also has a Danish office located in Aarhus.
Need more information?
Visit the SDC website or on Facebook or Instagram
Programme contact
If you have any questions regarding Nanoscience and Technology please contact programme coordinator Amalie Maj Christensen: amc@chem.ku.dk.
You can also find more information on the website: www.sdc.university
Address in Denmark
Sino-Danish Center
Tåsingegade 1, building 1447, 2nd floor
DK-8000 Aarhus C
Email: contact@sdc.university
Hear Cecilie's views on living in China
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Questions about study choice and admission
Our student guidance are ready to assist you with answers to your questions about:
- application procedure and the digital application portal
- admission- and language requirements
- documentation
- study life
- career opportunities
- study choice or doubts
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