EMMS FAQ

• Upon successful graduation you will have acquired an outstanding Qualification Profile. In addition in depth knowledge in Materials Science, you will have obtained:

- Research skills and ability for independent analysis and synthesis,
- Strong aptitude to work in an interdisciplinary, multicultural team,
- Advanced ability to apply knowledge in practice,
- Enhanced fluency in English, working knowledge in two more European languages.

9) How are the students examined throughout the programme?

• Throughout the course students are assessed in agreement with local Partner procedures, i.e. written exams, essays, oral presentations, etc. The European credit transfer system is issued. Thesis work is supervised by a joint examination committee involving two partner universities. Upon successful completion of the studies students are awarded a Joint Degree and diploma supplement.

10) How will the internship be facilitated and examined by EMMS?

• It varies from institution to institution. Generally, students are encouraged to propose industrial placements and lecturers can promote some contacts.
Internship is assessed by the academic and industrial advisors.

11) How can I choose a topic and supervisors for the Master Project and Thesis?

• See Information for Students / EMMS Student Mobility Handbook

12) Is there any guide line to help student to deal with mobility, thesis, and defend?

• See Information for Students / EMMS Student Mobility Handbook

13) Does the university provide accommodation?

• See Information for Students / EMMS Student Mobility Handbook

14) What is the course structure like?

• See Study Programme

15) When do you receive your certificate and transcript of records?

• Contact emms@adm.ua.pt or study@tuhh.de

16) What is the cost of living like?

• Contact emms@adm.ua.pt or study@tuhh.de

17) How do you go about applying for or renewing your visa?

• See Information for Students / EMMS Student Mobility Handbook

18) Can I use provisory documents?

• Yes. As long as they are fully authenticated by your home institution.

19) For an initial situation, how much money should I bring?

• Contact emms@adm.ua.pt or study@tuhh.de

20) When I arrive will there be someone to guide me?

• A buddy system is in place coordinated by the international offices of each institution.

21) What is the recommend date for arrival?

• It depends on the partner institution you will be starting. A detailed information package is sent to the student before arrival.

22) How can I manage my life in Portugal / Germany / Denmark without knowing Portuguese / German / Danish?

• Administrative and academic staff as well as buddies speak English and will be there to guide you. Moreover, you will have a Language course on Portuguese, German or Danish.

23) I have IELTS test results and would like the IELTS test service to send them to the host institution is there a code for this?

• Contact emms@adm.ua.pt or study@tuhh.de

24) How many degree certificates can I receive when I graduate (since there are three schools join this program)?

• This course is a joint Master course. Hence, you will get one joint diploma.

25) When can I receive the final outcomes after I submit my application?

• As soon as EACEA send us the results.

26) What are the added values of this master course?

• Added values for participants include: first-rate education at two or three top European universities; research, theoretical and practical work closely linked; introduction to life and work in different European societies, strong contacts to industry, and access to a broad network of partner universities worldwide, excellent employability.