Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Basic Information

What knowledge will I acquire with this Degree?

The Degree in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology will provide a multi- and interdisciplinary training in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics, Materials Science and Engineering.

The student who takes the Degree will acquire a series of knowledge and skills that will enable him to understand scientific and technological aspects of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology and apply them to various industrial sectors: energy, environment, health, transport, communications, food and biotechnology.

Where will I be able to work when I graduate?

Companies that focus their activity on areas such as: nanofabrication, biotechnology, nanomedicine, energy, environment, food, sensors, transport, construction, etc...
Multidisciplinary research in public or private research centers and companies.
Teaching in secondary, university and professional training.

Is this Degree official according to the regulations required by the European Higher Education Area?

Yes (final verification report is attached), the implementation of the degree will be done progressively, starting the first year in the academic year 2022-23.

The final verification report turned out FAVORABLE

Favorable report first modification

What subject areas will I address in this grade?

In the Degree in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, various thematic areas are addressed, such as: Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Materials Science and Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, Computer Science and Language.

Recommended Income Profile

It is recommended that the student interested in starting the studies of the Degree in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology have a good academic level within the specific knowledge derived from stages such as Baccalaureate or secondary education in the field of experimental sciences, with special curiosity in the world of science, logical reasoning and rigor as well as an interest in experimentation and the scientific method. Previous knowledge of English of at least A2-B1 level (pre-intermediate) is recommended

Objectives

Provide multi- and interdisciplinary training in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics, Materials Science and Engineering.
Facilitate scientific-technological training to respond to social and industrial challenges.
Transmit knowledge for the design and manufacture of nanomaterials.
Acquire skills for the study, analysis and observation of nanometric systems.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

CON1	Relates the most specific scientific-technological concepts of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
CON2	Learn the basic legal principles, legislation and regulations, and humanistic foundations within the framework of nanoscience and nanotechnology.
CON3	Understand democratic values, equality, equity, and tolerance for the diversity of societies, as well as the ethical and deontological aspects related to nanoscience and nanotechnology, and understand that these principles must govern any decision related to personal or professional activity.
CON4	Learn about the main challenges facing humanity, appreciate their complexity and interrelationships, and be aware of the social, economic, and environmental impact that any current decision or action can have on the planet's sustainability.
CON5	Learn concepts from linear algebra; geometry; differential geometry; differential and integral calculus; differential and partial differential equations; numerical methods; numerical algorithms; statistics; and optimization.
CON6	He knows computer programming, operating systems, databases, general-purpose software, and specific calculation tools.
CON7	Learn the fundamental principles of dynamics, classical mechanics, electromagnetic fields and waves.
CON8	Understand the basic concepts related to the types and levels of biological organization, the function and diversity of biomolecules, and genetic, cellular, and molecular elements.
CON9	Understand the basic concepts of atomic and molecular structure and the states of aggregation of matter.
CON10	Learn the basic concepts related to reactivity and chemical equilibrium.
CON11	It includes the structure, production methods, properties and reactivity of organic, inorganic and organometallic compounds.
CON12	It includes the fundamental principles of thermodynamics (such as enthalpy, entropy and free energy), chemical kinetics (reaction rate, reaction mechanisms) and heterogeneous catalysis.
CON13	Understands concepts of physical surface chemistry and electrochemistry.
CON14	Understands the basic concepts of quantum physics, wave mechanics, and one- and three-dimensional potentials.
CON15	Learn the physical foundations and advanced concepts of quantum mechanics.
CON16	Learn the techniques and procedures for the synthesis, manufacturing, and processing of nanostructured materials in solid, liquid, and vapor phases.
CON17	Learn about the nanofabrication processes used to create nanoscale structures and devices.
CON18	Identify the importance of scale and dimensionality.
CON19	Understands the electrical, thermal, optical, magnetic, and mechanical properties of materials at the nanometric scale
CON20	Learn the theoretical foundations of analytical techniques.
CON21	Understands the theoretical basis of different structural characterization techniques.
CON22	Understands the fundamentals of electronics, nanoelectronics, nanophotonics and spintronics.
CON23	Understand the basic principles of manipulating materials at the nanoscale and the properties of nanostructures.
CON24	Learn advanced tools and techniques for the design, development, and integration of nanosystems with enhanced properties.
CON25	Learn how to work properly in a laboratory, including safety fundamentals, handling, and waste disposal within a framework of sustainability and environmental impact reduction.

Skills

HAB1	Makes important judgments and establishes appropriate actions for the challenges posed, conveying information and solutions in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology clearly and effectively.
HAB2	Apply mathematical and statistical concepts to solve problems in the context of nanoscience and nanotechnology.
HAB3	Apply computer skills to model and simulate systems of interest in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
HAB4	Applies the fundamental principles of dynamics, classical mechanics, and electromagnetic fields and waves to solve problems related to nanoscience and nanotechnology.
HAB5	Apply the basic concepts of biology in various fields associated with Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB6	Apply knowledge of atomic and molecular structure in basic chemical combinations in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB7	Skillfully utilizes basic concepts related to reactivity and chemical equilibrium in the field of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB8	Applies structural concepts to organic, inorganic, and organometallic compounds in the field of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB9	Applies the concepts of thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and heterogeneous catalysis in the field of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB10	It uses the concepts of physical surface chemistry and electrochemistry in the context of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
HAB11	Analyzes the properties of solids at the nanometric scale.
HAB12	Applies advanced concepts of quantum mechanics to particles and networks in nanomaterials.
HAB13	Analyzes the quantum nature of matter at the nanometric scale.
HAB14	Apply knowledge of the techniques and procedures for the synthesis, manufacturing, and processing of nanostructured materials in the solid, liquid, and vapor phases to prepare nanostructured materials.
HAB15	Uses classical and instrumental analysis techniques for the study of nanometric systems.
HAB16	Applies specific structural characterization techniques in the study of nanometric systems and their electrical, thermal, optical, magnetic and mechanical properties.
HAB17	Applies the fundamentals of electronics, nanoelectronics, nanophotonics and spintronics in determining the properties of micro and nanosystems.
HAB18	Apply fundamental concepts to diverse areas of interest, including the environment, energy, transportation, information and communications, and biomedicine, to develop solutions that address the challenges in each field.
HAB19	Uses advanced tools and techniques for the development and integration of nanosystems

Competences

COM1	Critically analyze relevant information on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology and their social, economic, scientific, technological and ethical context.
COM2	Make responsible decisions on tasks, both individually and as part of a team, ensuring that activities align with achievement and quality objectives and within an ethical framework.
COM3	Demonstrates skills necessary to address new problems and situations with a high degree of autonomy.
COM4	Demonstrate oral and written communication skills in a foreign language.
COM5	Solve problems with acquired knowledge, creativity, critical reasoning and ethical commitment.
COM6	Develop and present an original research project in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
COM7	Develop professional activity with a critical vision and an active commitment to social, economic and environmental sustainability, with respect for human rights and democratic institutions.
COM8	Demonstrates sensitivity toward democratic values, equality, non-discrimination, equity, and tolerance of diversity and the multicultural nature of societies.
COM9	Make decisions to autonomously and proactively select activities that complement your training in different contexts, based on your particular needs and interests.

Minimum stay requirements

The permanence of the students in the Degree studies will be a maximum of eight years for full-time students. Part-time students may request an extension of up to two more years from the Rector.
In Bachelor's degrees lasting more than 240 credits (4 years), the maximum of the previous section will be increased by one more year for every 60 ECTS credits that are added to the 240 ECTS.
Students must pass a minimum of two subjects in the first year. Students studying part-time must pass at least one subject in their first academic year.
Students who are studying any official Bachelor's degree at the Rey Juan Carlos University may make a maximum of four registrations to pass each of the subjects of the study plan, without counting previous cancellations of the same.

For more information see: Permanence regulations

Minimum number of ECTS credits by type of enrollment and course

Full-time students:

COURSE	MINIMUM	MAXIMUM
1º Course	48 ECTS	78 ECTS
Other courses	48 ECTS	78 ECTS

Part-time students:

COURSE	MINIMUM	MAXIMUM
1º Course	24 ECTS	47 ECTS
Other courses	24 ECTS	47 ECTS

Access and registration

Access

Access to the official teachings of Degree will require to be in possession of the bachelor's degree or equivalent and the passing of the test referred to in article 42 of the Organic Law 6/2001, of Universities, modified by Law 4/2007, of April 12, without prejudice to the other access mechanisms provided for by current regulations.

The number of places offered for new admission are:

Móstoles Campus: 60 places

Matriculation year

The enrollment process at the Rey Juan Carlos University is done through the Internet. You can carry out the procedures on the computers installed on campus or through any computer with network access. You can check the deadlines at registration , as well as the different requirements and necessary documents.

Validation with FP qualifications

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING DEGREES

SENIOR TECHNICIAN IN ANALYSIS AND QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY (APPLICABLE FROM THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR)

Training itinerary

ACCESS TO ALL UNIVERSITY TEACHING GUIDES

Old curriculum

New curriculum (starting in the 2025-2026 academic year)

Material resources

Specific material means

External Internships

The External Practices subject is a curricular subject whose main objective is to promote a comprehensive training of the student through the practical application of the knowledge acquired during the Degree, which facilitates direct contact with the professional activity and the opportunity to join the professional world with a minimum of experience. All practices are designed so that the students who participate in them acquire professional experience in real situations and conditions, applying the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are acquired in the training processes throughout the degree. The internships represent a decisive opportunity for the personal development and professional future of the students.

Internships are activities carried out by the student in companies, institutions and organizations; that is, in centers outside the university premises, which aim to enrich and complement your university education, while providing you with a deeper knowledge about the skills you will need once you have graduated.

The External Practices subject will consist of two phases:

Completion of the internship period that offers professional experience related to any of the graduate profiles that are expressed in the Verification Report of the degree.
Elaboration of the memory

Documentation:

Degree Training Project

For more information: External Internship Unit

Social Security contributions for interns starting January 1, 2024

Academic Recognition of Credits

Regulations for academic recognition of credits in undergraduate studies

Mobility programs

ERASMUS

The Erasmus program makes it easy for URJC students -both undergraduate and postgraduate- to study one or several semesters at one of the European universities with which the URJC has agreements.

These exchanges traditionally have an economic endowment thanks to the Erasmus Scholarships provided by the EU and the Spanish Ministry of Education.

ERASMUS (intranet)

WORLD

The Munde program manages mobility with universities from countries not included in the Erasmus Program.

The possibility of obtaining a scholarship or economic endowment and its amount depends, in each case, on the agreements with the universities, countries or entities that sign it.

WORLD (intranet)

For more information:

URJC Mobility

SICK

SICUE is a national mobility program for GRADOS university students that allows them to carry out part of their studies at another Spanish university with guarantees of academic recognition, use and adaptation to their curricular profile.

SICUE Mobility

Student support programs

Orientation to future students. The University offers various orientation programs for future students: we carry out visits to high schools and secondary schools, we organize guided visits to the Campuses, we are present in the Classroom and, at the beginning of each course, we carry out welcome days to guide students new students.

academic tutorials. Each teacher carries out, within their teaching planning, academic tutorials on their subject.

Coordinator of the degree. It works to promote coherence and balance between the subjects and the workloads of the students.

mentoring program. The URJC has this program, peer tutoring, in which the students of the last years act as mentors with the first year students.

Students with disabilities. The Support Office for Persons with Disabilities offers guidance and assistance to students with special needs.

Scholarships . The Rey Juan Carlos University manages the main scholarships and annual grants, both its own and from other official bodies: Ministries, Community of Madrid, International Organizations and other entities. It also publishes and disseminates those scholarships and grants of interest to its students and graduates. Throughout the course, students receive information about them through the different communication channels established.

Job placement program. The Rey Juan Carlos University, through the External Internship Unit and the Graduates Office, organizes conferences, workshops and various actions aimed at supporting and guiding students in their job search, to improve their employability and promote job placement . The University has a Job Exchange -a platform available to companies and graduates- where institutions can carry out their selection processes.

Privacy Policy

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

Academic Calendar

REGISTRATION

*The rates corresponding to double degrees with different degrees of experimentality will be applied as established in the new Decree 43/2022, of June 29, of the Government Council, which establishes the public prices for university studies leading to official degrees and services of an academic nature in the public universities of the Community of Madrid*

TRAINING PROCESS

EVALUATION

Regulation on the Assessment of Learning Outcomes (in force from 1 September 2024)
Review and claim of the evaluation (Regulations for the Evaluation of Learning Outcomes - Title VII)
Request for review and claim of the evaluation
Early call (Regulations on the Assessment of Learning Outcomes - Article 19)
Early call procedure
Compensation Court (Regulations for the Evaluation of Learning Outcomes - Title X)

Validation, adaptation of studies, recognition of credits and homologation of foreign qualifications

UNIVERSITY DEGREES

Extinction of university degrees

VISITING STUDENTS AND STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

TEACHING COORDINATION

Regulations for Teaching Coordination Positions

COEXISTENCE REGIME

Coexistence Regulations of the Rey Juan Carlos University for the Development of Law 3/2022, of February 24, on University Coexistence, approved by Agreement of March 30, 2023, of the Governing Council of the University

SCHOOL INSURANCE

School insurance

ASSOCIATIONS

Regulation of student associations

Quality guarantee

RUCT link

BOCM Link

Internal quality assurance system

Manual of the Internal Quality Assurance System

Composition of the commission

Composition of the Commission

Results report

Once the follow-up has been carried out, the quantitative information on the results obtained in the follow-up of said Degree is shown, differentiated by academic year.

General information collection plan

Within the quality assurance system of the Rey Juan Carlos University, the following surveys are planned:

- New students

- Teacher evaluation

- Student satisfaction

- Satisfaction of the graduates

- Labor insertion

- Causes of abandonment

- Career path:

Second year after graduation
Third year after graduation
Fourth year after graduation

- Degree of satisfaction:

Faculty with the campus and university
Teacher with degree
of the evaluators
Incoming student mobility program
Outgoing Student Mobility Program
Administration and services staff with the university

- External internships:

Student satisfaction
External tutor satisfaction
Evaluator satisfaction

Survey results:

Improvement actions

The Quality Assurance System of the Rey Juan Carlos University establishes that the degree's Quality Assurance Commission will annually analyze the information derived from the degree's indicators and prepare a report that will include improvement plans if the results so indicate.

Renewal of accreditation

The renewal of the accreditation represents the culmination of the implementation process of the official Bachelor's and Master's degrees registered in the Register of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT). The renewal of the accreditation of official bachelor's and master's degrees is organized in three phases: self-assessment report, external visit and final assessment.

In the first phase, the university describes and assesses the status of the degree with respect to the established criteria and guidelines. The result is the Self-Assessment Report (IA) that is presented. The second and third phases are carried out by a group of evaluators external to the evaluated title.”

Tracking

Ordinary

Professors and Researchers

2030 Agenda

Strategic plan

Admission

student office