Education

Courses

Staff members of the Van 't Hoff Laboratory are involved in several courses related to physical chemistry.

  • SK-BFYAN13 "Fysische en anorganische chemie"
  • SK-BFYCH "Fysische chemie 2"
  • SK-BFYC3/SK-MPC3 "Fysische chemie 3" / Advanced Physical Chemistry
  • SK-MCS Colloid Science
  • SK-BASSM Advanced Structures: Scattering and Microscopy
  • Beta-B3MMS Making Modern Science
  • SK-BTOYM Toy models
  • SK-MNSTP Non Equilibrium Systems and Transport Phenomena

Bachelor thesis

The student will perform experimental and/or theoretical research on the chemistry and/or physics of colloidal systems (60%). The work may include the chemical synthesis and characterization of colloidal particles, the performance of systematic physical measurements of colloidal properties, and the use and/or development of theoretical models to describe colloidal behavior. In principle, the focus of the research will be chosen to combine the interests of the student and the supervisor. The results of the research will be presented in a written report (30%) and an oral presentation (10%).

A passing mark for "Fysische Chemie 2" or a comparable course from another department or university is a prerequisite. Knowledge of the course materials from "Fysische Chemie 3" / Advanced Physical Chemistry is highly recommended.

For more information also have a look at the student site.

Master thesis

During the master project, the student will perform research on a topic of current interest within the group. As with a bachelor thesis (see above), different combinations of chemical synthesis, physical measurements, and/or theoretical modelling are options. Together with the supervisor, an appropriate focus will be found in line with the interests of the student.

All information on the Master's programme Nanomaterials Science