Belarusian State
Technological University
Master’s Studies

MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

 

FORESTRY FACULTY

Our Multifunctional Forest Management MSc will provide you with sound knowledge of the cutting-edge developments and technology innovations in forestry, sustainable forest management, forest cuts, use of non-timber resources of forest, recreational and hunting uses of forests. You will gain specialist knowledge and insight in advanced technology of forest regeneration, planting stock growing, processing of forest inventory data, environmental issues of forest ecosystems resilience.

Modules

Ecology of forest pests and diseases (Population ecology of insects, Applied mycology); Forest and forest resources management (Integrated assessment of forest resources, Forest inventory and forest mensuration); Sustainable silviculture (Innovative technologies of natural reforestation, Basics of forest resource studies); Plantation silviculture (Genetic breeding methods for improvement of productivity and quality of forests, Intensification of planting stock growing); Forest law and document management (Document management in forestry organizations, Legal regulation of forestry); Fauna resources and biodiversity of forest ecosystems (Biodiversity of forest ecosystems and its conservation)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The program will provide you with strong theoretical and hands-on experience of up-to-date landscaping techniques and elements, reconstruction and improvement of landscaping areas, new technology of landscape design, maintenance of green architecture. You will learn how to choose the right flowers and decorative plants for your landscaping projects and work with design, planning and analysis, in order to create attractive, varied and sustainable urban environments and housing areas, parks and landscapes.

Modules

Modern methods and technology of landscape design (Study methods in landscape design, Environmental issues of urban landscape design, Science-based restoration and reconstruction of landscape architecture elements); Floral decoration of spaces and built environment (Modern techniques of floral decoration of open spaces, Promising trends of indoor plants decoration); Innovative technologies and techniques of landscape design of spaces and built environment (Intensive gardening and cultivation of decorative plants, Lawns and other landscape surfaces, Modern landscaping materials and structures)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



FACULTY OF FOREST ENGINEERING, MATERIALS SCIENCE AND DESIGN

This MSc program introduces students to mechatronic systems of special-purpose forestry machines, computer-aided design systems used in machine building industry as well as design documents. The program has a strong focus on logging technology, timber processing and other core processes of the timber manufacturing industry.

Modules

Computer-aided design (CAD) (Design of mechatronic systems for forestry machinery, Computer-aided design of forest roads, 3D modeling of forestry machinery); Experimental study in forestry (Industrial tests and development of forestry machinery, Experimental study of processes in forestry)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The program meets industrial demands for training of engineering professionals in advanced concepts of energy efficiency. It explores innovative solutions to improve the use of power systems and networks. Students will be introduced to the most recent developments in science and technology and key aspects of operation, control, design, and economic analysis of the power systems.

Modules

Energy-efficient technologies (Energy-efficient technologies in power industry, Energy-efficient technologies in industry), Heat exchange equipment for power units (Thermal design of energy-efficient recuperative heat exchanger, Boost heat exchangers); Science-based energy saving (Science-based energy saving, Modern energy saving operations)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program embraces a broad range of issues related to the optimal use of wood both in conventional and modern industries. Students are equipped with knowledge of advanced technological developments in woodworking and design of wooden articles. They are provided with a deep insight into characteristics of wood that are the most important for mechanical wood technology and challenged to advance their aesthetic, conceptual, and design capabilities and to strengthen their building techniques and construction strategies.

Modules

Mechatronics in woodworking (Power elements in electronic systems, Robotics in woodworking); Design (selective) (Furniture design, Interior design, Colour science and colouristics, Innovative technologies of woodworking and furniture production); Design engineering (selective) (CAD-based design of woodworking elements and structures, Wood machining control); Technology (selective) (Energy-efficient wooden house construction, Innovative construction materials and wooden structures, Advanced woodworking techniques, 3D design of furniture and joinery)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING FACULTY

The MSc program is designed to support high-level training and enhance the technical skills of graduates. It integrates in-depth knowledge of core areas in mechanical and process engineering with computer science, equipment design, modelling of processes, materials science, mechatronics and robotics. The students will learn how to use specialized software and combine theory and practice by being involved in research work. The program is underpinned by thorough practical training that takes place at the largest enterprises of chemical and construction materials industries.

Modules

Innovative technologies (Modern AI-based management of enterprises, Robotics and mechatronics, Methods of study and modelling of processes and aggregates in chemical industry); Selective courses (Methodology and equipment for diagnostics of chemical production / Numerical strength analysis methods for machines and apparatus / Refrigeration and cryogenic technology / Innovative gas purification technology); Design (Design of chemical production, CAD/CAE systems, Corrosion protection of materials and equipment in chemical production)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program provides a sound and broad technological basis covering a broad range of key aspects of electronic engineering, from conductors and semiconductors to cutting-edge technology for 3D materials. The students are provided with the opportunity to enrich their technical and transferrable skills through solid laboratory work and research. You will be taught by reputable academic staff with extensive research experience in areas such as advanced materials, optoelectronics, vacuum technology, magnetic phenomena, etc. The program will equip you with skills and expertise highly sought after in the modern electronic industry.

Modules

Design of modern chemical production (Design of chemical production, Environmental issues of chemical technology); Theory and practice of research (Research planning, Evaluation and commercialization of research outcomes); Materials science in electronics (Physics and chemistry of conductors and semiconductors, Non-conductors: effects and materials, Crystal optics); Nanomaterials and nanotechnologies (Physics and chemistry of nanomaterials, Modern nanotechnology processes for micro-, nano- and optoelectronics); Physics and chemistry of magnetic phenomena (Ordered magnetic materials and their properties, Low-dimensional magnetism); Vacuum technology in electronics (Vacuum technology for 3D materials and functional film coatings, Modern high-vacuum systems of control and analysis of electronic products and materials)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The Ecology MSc program takes an interdisciplinary approach integrating an engineering and environmental science perspective and strongly focuses on sustainable development issues. The program graduates will be equipped with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to investigate and tackle important ecological problems. You will be able to analyze the environmental impact of industrial enterprises and to carry out an ecological audit, to develop environmental protection strategies for the industry and to propose innovative projects in environmental resources assessment, management and protection.

Modules

Environmental planning and design (Urban planning and design / Land-use planning, Architectural design); Geological engineering (Waste and water management / Modern environmental technologies / Landscape protection and land use, Air quality control / Integrated control and environmental pollution prevention); System analysis and modelling (Life cycle modelling and analysis, Modelling of water industry and waste water treatment facilities, Systems, devices and methods for environmental quality control)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSC program has a multidisciplinary approach and embraces a broad range of modules, from inorganic materials production to energy- and resource-saving issues. Teaching is led by our high-quality research in inorganic substances technology, incl. products such as mineral fertilizers, acids, alkali, salts, detergents, catalysts and adsorbents, etc. The program provides students with a sound foundation in quality control of raw materials, semi-finished and finished products and introduces them to advanced inorganic materials and technology aimed to address energy-saving and resource scarcity challenges.

Modules

Information technology for the industry (CAD/CAE systems, Applied software for chemical technology, Modern AI-based management of enterprises); Modern highly-efficient processes for inorganic materials production (High-temperature processes for inorganic products, Fine inorganic synthesis); Design of modern chemical production (Design of chemical production, Environmental issues of inorganic technology, Corrosion protection of materials and equipment in chemical production)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program is designed for graduates who want to acquire knowledge, concepts and research skills in such materials as binding agents, ceramics and glass. These materials underpin many industrial sectors and there is a growing demand for them worldwide. The Binders, Ceramics and Glass Technologies MSc explores core aspects of materials science, technology and production. Students will develop a fundamental understanding of mineralogy and petrography, standardization and evaluation of materials and products, physics and chemistry of innovative inorganic materials, nanomaterials and composite materials. Advanced technology of binding agents, ceramics and glass is approached through theoretical knowledge and practical training at university facilities and leading enterprises of the industry.

Modules

Physical and chemical aspects of modern materials science (Engineering and methodology of synthesis and study of inorganic non-metallic materials and products, Physical and chemical aspects of innovative inorganic non-metallic materials production); Modern materials science (Composite materials and products / Exergy analysis of thermal processes and heat engineering units, Nanomaterials and their production / Inorganic materials for medicinal use); Mineral resources and quality control of materials and products (Resources and import substitution in glass, ceramics and binders production, Engineering mineralogy and petrography, Standardization and conformity assessment of materials and products)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The Electrochemical Production and Corrosion Protection MSc offers a broad range of advanced subjects to develop your knowledge across the chemical engineering disciplines. The program covers theoretical and practical aspects of electrochemical materials and processes, design and development of chemical production, chemical and immersion coatings as well as environmental issues related to electrochemical production. We emphasize the application of computational and IT methods and packages in chemical engineering and technology to solve complex engineering problems. Our graduates will be equipped with a sound foundation in corrosion and its control and is the ideal preparation for a career either in industry as an engineer or for cutting-edge academic research.

Modules

Information technology for the industry (CAD/CAE systems, Applied software for chemical technology, Mathematical modelling and calculations of electrochemical reactions); Design of modern chemical production (Design of chemical production, Environmental issues of inorganic technology); High-performance electrochemical processes (Chemical and immersion coatings, Theory and practice of composite electrochemical coatings, Electrochemical power industry)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program in Innovative Technologies of Silicate Construction Materials and Products aims to produce graduates with strong skills in critical thinking and with a creative attitude necessary to instigate future developments in the field of innovative construction materials. The program has a strong focus on materials science, physics and chemistry of advanced materials, conformity evaluation of construction materials. Students will develop a fundamental understanding of innovative technology in silicate construction materials production and will be introduced to best practices of solving complex science and technology problems. The program aims to prepare students for a rewarding career in industry or academic research.

Modules

Economic and legal basics of innovation activity (Economics and management of innovation activity, Legal regulations of construction materials industry); Innovative technologies of silicate construction materials production (Structure of innovative silicate materials, Modern production technology of construction materials, Advanced technology of silicate-based materials and products, Durability and safety of silicate construction materials); Modern materials science (High-performance construction materials and products, High-porous and composite silicate materials, Design of modern production of construction materials and products)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

With the Industrial Automation MSc, you will have the expertise in the tools and methods needed to automate processes. Students will explore the latest technologies, such as digital manufacturing, embedded systems, AI-based management, as well as learn more traditional subjects such as robotics, automated systems control, etc. Upon the successful completion of the program, you will be offered a wide variety of career paths, from automotive industry, power and energy, automation, process industry including oil and gas, food, pharmaceutical industry and many others.

Modules

Modelling (Dynamic identification of control objects, Evolution of analytical methods for dynamic processes description, Computer experiments in study and design of processes and apparatus in chemical technology); Automated systems control (Materials for sensors, Modern AI-based management of enterprises); Robotics (Robotics, Innovative technologies of industrial automation); Engineering implementation (Embedded systems, Diagnostics of automated control systems)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



ECONOMIC ENGINEERING FACULTY

This program provides students with an advanced training in core areas of economics ranging from current development trends of innovative economies to global business environment studies. Students will be equipped with fundamental tools of a professional economist and gain skills required to assess a wide range of theoretical, practical and policy-related issues. The modules also address a number of macroeconomic and international-scope concepts, incl. global marketing, globalization and development of domestic and foreign trade.

Modules

External environment of a business (World economy and external economic policy, Business environment of global corporations, International trade policy); Economic policy of a business (Income and salary policy, External economic activities)

This MSc program is designed to provide the training and expertise needed to meet demand for highly skilled professionals within the rapidly growing and global bioscience sector. Subject-specific skills will include key techniques used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical technology, specialist knowledge in key aspects of the subject, including: technology of medical and bioactive substances, microbiological quality control of products, fundamentals of pharmacology, etc. One of the key features of the MSc program is a mixture of taught material and lab-based research projects which will provide students with sound theoretical and practical foundation and enable them to pursue a wide range of careers including academic, commercial, industrial and healthcare applications of biotechnology.

Modules

Biotechnology (Environmental biotechnology, Technology of medical proteins, Stereochemistry of biologically active substances); Product quality control (Microbiological quality control methods for raw materials and products, Modern instrumental quality control methods for raw materials and products); Pharmaceutical industry (Engineering of medicinal and diagnostics products, Physical and chemical pharmacology, Biopharmaceutical technology)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

This MSc program is designed to provide the training and expertise needed to meet demand for highly skilled professionals within the rapidly growing and global bioscience sector. Subject-specific skills will include key techniques used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical technology, specialist knowledge in key aspects of the subject, including: technology of medical and bioactive substances, microbiological quality control of products, fundamentals of pharmacology, etc. One of the key features of the MSc program is a mixture of taught material and lab-based research projects which will provide students with sound theoretical and practical foundation and enable them to pursue a wide range of careers including academic, commercial, industrial and healthcare applications of biotechnology.

Modules

Biotechnology (Environmental biotechnology, Technology of medical proteins, Stereochemistry of biologically active substances); Product quality control (Microbiological quality control methods for raw materials and products, Modern instrumental quality control methods for raw materials and products); Pharmaceutical industry (Engineering of medicinal and diagnostics products, Physical and chemical pharmacology, Biopharmaceutical technology)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

This MSc is a specialist program that that will build on students’ existing skills and knowledge of business processes and will introduce them to the advanced management concepts. The program has a real practical focus as it trains students in psychological aspects of management. Students will learn how to thoroughly analyze domestic and foreign markets and apply best practices to market innovative products. The program is also design to strengthen your knowledge and skills needed to work in financial management.

Modules

Innovations (Modelling and optimization of business processes, Innovative systems and infrastructures, Investment risks management in innovation activities); Management (Public-private partnership, Intellectual property management); Commercialization of innovations (Marketing analysis, Commercialization of innovations)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

Our Marketing MSc program provides a comprehensive business-focused curriculum which enables you to learn the theories, strategies and practices needed to prepare you for a career in marketing and advertising. Through lectures and workshops you will hone your skills and knowledge of big data, consumer behaviours, digital marketing strategies, competition mechanisms, communicative design and much more. Our program is designed to make you an adaptable and reflective advertising and marketing communications specialist ready to face up the future challenges of industry and economy.

Modules

Marketing tools of innovation market control (Project management, Marketing analysis); Marketing management (Relationship marketing, Brand management)

The MSc program will provide you with a thorough understanding of the processes of public policy and management, the nature, role and development of the public sector. Besides, the program has a special focus on real estate and property management, corporate management and legal support of public administration and self-governance. The students will get a deep insight into domestic and international real estate market development, investment policies, business analysis, property development, evaluation of business and property. The program will also equip you with a rigorous set of IT skills, incl. drone technology for economic and business solutions.

Modules

Modern management techniques (Project management, Corporate management); Real estate management (Real estate management techniques, Investment and development in real estate); IT in real estate sector (Economics and business analysis in real estate market, IT systems for managerial decision making)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



ORGANIC SUBSTANCES TECHNOLOGY FACULTY

The MSc program will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills you’ll need to pursue engineering careers in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries. You will gain a thorough understanding of chemical processes of advanced hydrocarbons refining, oil disperse systems, making of monomers and other materials needed for polymer production. The program also covers a wide range of other subjects which will shape you as a future professional, e.g., advanced tools and methods of investigating composition and structure of organic substances, sustainable use of materials for organic synthesis, design of chemical reactors and many more.

Modules

Innovative methods and technology (Modern AI-based management of enterprises, Modern instrumentation study methods for composition and structure of organic substances and products, Computer modelling of chemical engineering processes and systems); Improvement of chemical engineering processes (Rational use of materials for organic synthesis, Design optimization of chemical reactors); Design (Design of chemical production, CAD/CAE systems, Corrosion protection of materials and equipment in chemical production)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

This Instrumentation Engineering MSc is designed to provide a unique route for students to top up their technical background with more specialist knowledge and skills in the field of metrology and measurements, quality control tools and instrumentation methods. The program fuses knowledge of mathematics, science, academic and practical concepts, and physics, in tandem with computer science, chemical procedures, advanced methods and devices of quality control, legal aspects and many more.

Modules

Organization and procedure of testing (Organization and maintenance accredited laboratories, Uniformity of measurements and metrological control); Selective courses (Inventive mindset training / Theory of inventive problem solving, Instruments and methods of quality assurance / EAEU technical regulations); Measuring systems (Physical basics of measurements, Detectors and transformers of physical values, Processing and conversion of signals); Practical course on advanced instrumentation (Thermodynamic methods and devices, Modern chromatography)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program provides a solid base in the chemistry and physics of polymers, as well as their connection to real-life applications. It will equip you with a sound understanding of chemical, physical, engineering, processing and theoretical aspects of polymer production and processing. Students will enhance their knowledge of polymer and additive materials, technologies and equipment, also with the help of computer supported technologies. The program will prepare you for a large number of rewarding careers in industry, research and development, as well as production, marketing and executive management.

Modules

Production of polymer composites (Production of polymer composites, Production technology of composites-based products, Functional nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites); Theory of chemical engineering processes (Physical and chemical study methods for polymer composites, Interfacial phenomena in polymer composites); Design of modern chemical production (Design of chemical production, CAD/CAE systems, Corrosion protection of materials and equipment in chemical production)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSc program is designed for students to explore the real-world application of plant polymers in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Students will be immersed in a research-led environment, where they can learn about the hydrolytic and microbiological processing of plant biomass, processing of by-products of plant biopolymers, products which can be made with such polymers. The program blends theory and practice which will hone your skills and knowledge of up-to-date resource-and energy-saving technologies as well as innovative developments in the area of biopolymer processing. You will be well prepared for a career in a variety of industries and have an opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for chemical engineers.

Modules

Modern trends in enterprise design and development (Technology of efficient use of chemicals, Planning of experiments for study and design of chemical engineering processes and equipment, Modern AI-based management of enterprises); Physical and chemical study methods of plant biopolymers (Physical, chemical and spectral methods for plant biopolymers analysis, Physical and chemical processes of hydrolytic and microbiological processing of plant biomass); Technology of plant polymers (Innovative technologies of plant polymers-based products and materials, Processing technology of plant polymers from annual plants, Theory and processing technology of plant biopolymers chemical processing by-products)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

This MSc program is designed to provide the training and expertise needed to meet demand for highly skilled professionals within the rapidly growing and global bioscience sector. Subject-specific skills will include key techniques used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical technology, specialist knowledge in key aspects of the subject, including: technology of medical and bioactive substances, microbiological quality control of products, fundamentals of pharmacology, etc. One of the key features of the MSc program is a mixture of taught material and lab-based research projects which will provide students with sound theoretical and practical foundation and enable them to pursue a wide range of careers including academic, commercial, industrial and healthcare applications of biotechnology.

Modules

Biotechnology (Environmental biotechnology, Technology of medical proteins, Stereochemistry of biologically active substances); Product quality control (Microbiological quality control methods for raw materials and products, Modern instrumental quality control methods for raw materials and products); Pharmaceutical industry (Engineering of medicinal and diagnostics products, Physical and chemical pharmacology, Biopharmaceutical technology)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



FACULTY OF PRINT TECHNOLOGY AND MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS

The MSc Machines, Aggregates and Processes in Printing is a broad-based program covering an important and relevant range of modules. Students will be equipped with a sound foundation in IT-related subjects and learn about systems and technology of digital content processing, modelling and optimization of technological processes. They will be given insight into the state-of-the-art technology of printing products and control systems in print and media industry. The program will give you an opportunity to embark on a rewarding career in many industry sectors.

Modules

Information systems and technologies for digital content processing (Electronic and multimedia publications, Hardware, software and information support for printing industry, Computers and external equipment); Selective courses (Modelling and optimization of data processing / Packaging for light industry, Statistical modelling of printing processes / Modern printing technology for packaging); Process and production control in print media industry (Simulation models of organization and management in printing industry, Theory of quality control systems for printed products, Automated control systems in printing houses)

Degree awarded: Master of Science



INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FACULTY

The Software Engineering MSc is designed for graduates with an IT degree and a solid foundation in programming. You will complete a core sequence of courses in programming technology, data processing and management, system analysis and information systems design. The program is also heavily built on practical, hands-on experience of software development which will deepen your knowledge and expertise even further. Our MSc will equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to design and build software systems that drive our modern world and shape the IT industry of today.

Modules

Programming technologies (Functional programming, Parallel and multithreaded programming, New engineering knowledge, Software performance analysis); Data processing and management (Data processing, conversion and analysis, Intellectual analysis and big data, Machine learning, Cloud computing); Information systems design (Design and analysis of hardware and software, Information business analytics)

Degree awarded: Master of Science

The MSC program will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to apply appropriate information technology (IT) methodologies to help organizations and businesses achieve their goals and objectives. Students with solid IT background will be able to hone their programming skills and also benefit from subjects related to management and business analysis in an IT company. We are committed to working hand-in-hand with industry, so you will have a lot of opportunities to network with future employers to create important connections. The program will enable you to pursue a broad range of exciting career paths.

Modules

Programming technologies (Functional programming, Multithreaded programming, Asynchronous programming, Microservice programming); Data management (Data storage, Big data, Neurocryptographic data protection, Data management in ERP systems); IT company management (Business analysis, Project management, IT company economy)

Degree awarded: Master of Science