Course overview
Tackle global challenges in a world dependent on advanced materials. Our MSc programme will give you the expertise.
From planes and batteries to hip implants and electronics, you’ll learn how to develop advanced materials for diverse applications. We’ll prepare you for an exciting career as a materials specialist in a range of industries.
"My favourite part about the MSc was the final project. Firstly, there was lots of choice, and secondly, it was very well organised. We were able to use all the instruments and it was easy to get trained. I received helpful feedback from my supervisor on every part of the process very quickly. The taught modules were also a good experience for me. They covered many different parts of materials science and allowed us to develop our understanding of the subject. Although some of the modules could be challenging, we enjoyed the challenge! After completeing the MSc, I stayed on in The School of Metallurgy & Materials to do a PhD. After finishing the PhD, I moved into industry where I am using the skills and knowledge from the MSc."
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Course structure
This course consists of 180 credits distributed over 1 year. Two thirds of the content (120 credits) consists of taught modules. One third of the content (60 credits) is the individual research project, which is carried out in the summer.
You'll begin this term by completing compulsory modules in Advanced Metallurgy and Manufacturing (20 credits), Non-metallic Materials (20 credits) and Research and Communication Skills (20 credits).
These core modules will ensure you gain the adequate background to tackle most aspects of Materials Science and Engineering, and ensure you develop key professional and research skills. you'll learn the fundamentals of materials science, and how materials can be analysed and studied.
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