Programme objectives


Last edit: 27/03/2014
Approved: 27/03/2014

Based on a solid understanding of basic materials science and solid state physics the program aims to establish an understanding of size-dependent materials, device and system properties, and the other way around, how these properties can be tailored by a controlled manipulation of the microstructure down to the atomic or molecular level. Furthermore, it aims for a good knowledge of various nano-scale devices as well as their applications and fabrication methods. Special emphasis is also paid to the understanding and usage of advanced characterization methods to assess detailed materials and device properties.

Knowledge and understanding

For a master’s degree in Nanotechnology the student shall:
- show knowledge and understanding in the area of Nanotechnology, comprising a wide knowledge of the area as well as more profound knowledge of some parts of the area, and insight into current research and development work, and
- show a deepened understanding of the various methodologies applied in Nanotechnology

Skills and abilities

For a master’s degree in Nanotechnology the student shall:
- show ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and to analyze, evaluate and handle complex occurrences, issues and situations even with limited information
- show ability to critically, independently and creatively identify and formulate issues, to plan and with adequate methods perform qualified tasks within given time limits and thereby contribute to the evolution of knowledge as well as asses the work
- show ability, in domestic and international venues, to orally and in writing present and discuss conclusions and the knowledge and the arguments on which these are based, in dialogue with different groups, and
- show such skills which are required for participation in research and development work or in other independent work of a qualified nature.

Ability to make judgments and adopt a standpoint

For a master’s degree in Nanotechnology the student shall:

The KTH general examination policy is described in the KTH Handbook, part 2, sec. 19.1.