Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Under a network agreement
with Mendeleev University (RCTU)

About the program
In collaboration with Mendeleev University, the program delivers highly educated specialists with deep academic and innovative backgrounds. Students of the program learn to tackle current and future challenges in energy production, conversion and storage. The curriculum is designed to focus on applied materials chemistry, which is required by economic and technological development.
Mode, duration
4 years (full-time)
Diploma
Students of the program receive two diplomas: from Skoltech and from Mendeleev University
Language
Courses at Skoltech are taught
entirely in English
The aim of the program is to foster a new generation of STEM leaders in applied chemistry of innovative materials, who are currently in demand on the Russian market, and hold a skillset to develop applied solutions for energy conversion and storage technologies, and such fields as batteries, photovoltaics, electrocatalysts, semiconductors, etc.

The graduates of the program will be able to:
01
design and develop new functional materials for energy technologies
02
meet the emerging expectations of materials production industries

03
deploy the next generation energy storage systems
Research
A key component of your studies is independent research work at world–class laboratories. The following research areas are available for you:
  • Metal-ion batteries (Li-ion, Na-ion, K-ion)
  • Solid-state and low-temperature batteries
  • (Electro/photo)catalysis
  • Photovoltaics and optoelectronics
  • Functional materials design and synthesis
  • Upscaling of materials
  • Computational materials science

  • Nanomaterials
  • Carbon materials
  • Materials characterization
  • Green hydrogen
Admissions
Applications can be submitted through the Mendeleev University admissions office.
Labs
Every program dedicates time for students' independent research as a core part of their curriculum. Skoltech hosts over 40 world-class laboratories. Students have full access to the facilities throughout their studies and can conduct research based on their interests.
Future career
Our graduates shape their own futures by choosing from a variety of career opportunities in industry, science and business.
Industry
Landing specialist positions in engineering, manufacturing and support in various fields (batteries, solar cells, etc.), as well as Skolkovo resident companies and startup.
Science
Postgraduate education at leading Russian and international universities and research entities.
Startup
Starting a business on their own or through the Skolkovo innovation ecosystem with its extensive pool of experts, partners, consultants and investors.
Faculty
Enjoy courses and supervision by world-renowned scientists and engineers.
Skoltech
Mendeleev University
Partners
Skoltech maintains close ties with leading companies in the industry and academia.
Contact us
e-mail: admissions@skoltech.ru
phone: +7 (495) 280-1481_ext.3387
address: 30с1 Bolshoi boulevard,
Skolkovo, 121205, Russian Federation
Room E-R3-2026
We are more than happy to meet visitors Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00. Please arrange a visit 48 hours in advance by contacting admissions@skoltech.ru