Faculty of Science and Engineering
The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) is home to several outstanding departments in education and research. Students and scientists contribute to education programmes at the bachelor's, master's and PhD levels and take part in innovative research in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
- Home to over 3700 students
- 7 bachelor’s programmes
- 5 master’s programmes
- 3 Liberal arts and sciences programmes
- Locations in Maastricht and all the Brightlands campusses (Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen and Venlo)
News
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"Just do the calculations" is a common saying in the field of quantum computing, the development of software for quantum computers. Everything in this field is new; simply doing the math is often the best way to proceed. At Maastricht University, an interdisciplinary group of scientists works in...
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As of September 1st, the Innovation Center for Artificial Intelligence has officially become a collaboration between 18 Dutch knowledge institutions, including Maastricht University.
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This summer, the first students finished their master’s programme in Imaging Engineering. They appreciate the opportunity to be involved in this world-wide unique programme that combines science and technology in imaging. Their secret to success is chocolate.
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"We are the pioneers in a brand-new field of engineering sciences, not just in Maastricht but globally as well", says Francesco Ferrari about the group of thirteen students, himself included, who in July received the first bachelor's degree in Circular Engineering.
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Moving orange spots on a yellow background are the first indication that something unusual is taking place in Maastricht's limestone quarry, Sint-Pietersberg. A closer look reveals that these are people clothed in orange vests. They are Maastricht Science Programme students and supervisors.
Sense the Science
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Conspiracy theories about pandemics are timeless and have followed the same patterns over the centuries. Timo Greve and Joris Roosen's research into pandemic conspiracy theories demonstrates this.
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One lion, 10 million likes: human-nature interaction at its best
3 September 2024Lions do swim, but never has a lion been seen swimming a distance stretching over a kilometre. This remarkable observation by nature conservationists reached over ten million people. “People resonate with this kind of animal news," assistant professor Christopher O’Bryan says.
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Improved wastewater treatment thanks to Systems Biology
3 September 2024Sebastián Ayala Ruano focused his Systems Biology master’s thesis research on the microbiome of wastewater. His work resulted in a model that predicts how microorganisms in the contaminated water behave and interact.
Events
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05 Oct12:00 - 16:00
Weekend of Science 2024
Are you smarter than a robot? How cold is -200°C roughly? And what does a laboratory look like on the inside? Find the answers to these questions – and more – during the Weekend of Science at UM’s Faculty of Science and Engineering.
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07 Oct19:00 - 20:00
MSc Artificial Intelligence / MSc Data Science for Decision Making | Online Q&A session
Are you currently pursuing a STEM bachelor's degree and considering a master’s programme in Artificial Intelligence or MSc Data Science for Decision Making? If so, we invite you to participate in our online Q&A session.
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07 Oct19:00 - 20:00
MSc Biobased Materials | Online Q&A session
Are you currently pursuing a STEM bachelor's degree and considering a master’s programme in Biobased Materials? If so, we invite you to participate in our online Q&A session.
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07 Oct19:00 - 20:00
MSc Systems Biology | Online Q&A session
Are you currently pursuing a STEM or Life Sciences related bachelor's degree and considering a master’s programme in Systems Biology? If so, we invite you to participate in our online Q&A session.
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07 Oct19:00 - 20:00
Imaging Engineering | Online Q&A session
Are you currently pursuing a STEM or Life Sciences related bachelor's degree and considering a master’s programme in Imaging Engineering? If so, we invite you to participate in our online Q&A session.