Advanced Materials Science and Engineering MSc

Program Overview

The Advanced Materials Science and Engineering MSc program combines theoretical and practical approaches to materials science, covering the latest experimental techniques, material properties, and manufacturing technologies. It emphasizes ethical considerations and sustainability, and offers elective modules in areas such as nanomaterials, renewable energy, and biomaterials. Graduates are equipped with skills for careers in industries including automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, and renewable energy.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Interdisciplinary program combining theoretical and practical approaches to advanced materials science and engineering.
• Covers the latest experimental techniques in engineering, examines the characteristics, structure, and properties of materials, and delves into manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Addresses current issues such as sustainable energy generation and energy storage, alongside the design and development of lab-in-a-chip technologies and biomaterials and hydrogels.
• Emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in design, system life cycle, and environmental regulations.
• Accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3).

Outline:

• Two compulsory modules:
• Environment, Ethics and Economics in Engineering Design
• Extended Research Project
• Four elective modules, examples include:
• Nanomaterials and Nanomedicine
• Renewable Energy Sources
• Advanced Mechanical Modelling of Materials
• Advanced Functional Materials
• Machine Learning for Data and Image Analysis
• Biomaterials and Biointerfaces
• Electrochemical Energy Storage Systems
• Macro-molecular Engineering
• Digital Manufacture for Healthcare Innovations
• Biomedical Materials
• Solar Energy Engineering
• Clinical Innovation and Technology
• Sustainable Energy
• Advanced Tribology and Surface Engineering
• Research project focusing on a specific challenge of significant scope.

Assessment:

• 50% coursework
• 50% research project
• Coursework assessment includes formal examinations and written assignments.
• Research project assessed through self-directed work culminating in a dissertation and presentation.

Teaching:

• Taught by world-leading academics who have pioneered breakthroughs in nanoindentation and graphene sensors.
• Utilizes state-of-the-art facilities such as the NanoVision Centre for Advanced Microscopy.
• Provides opportunities for hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment and techniques.

Careers:

• Program equips graduates with skills and knowledge applicable to various industries, including automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, and renewable energy.
• Alumni hold positions across different sectors, such as research and development, product engineering, and technical sales.
• Specific career paths may include:
• materials engineer
• chemical engineer
• biomedical engineer
• materials scientist
• technical consultant
• research scientist
• patent attorney

Other:

• Program welcomes students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including those with degrees in physics, chemistry, engineering, and materials science.
• Opportunities to join the Industrial Liaison Forum and network with industry professionals.

Home: £12,650 Overseas: £28,900