Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing MSc
Program Overview
This MSc program in Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing imparts advanced knowledge and skills in applying and designing additive manufacturing technologies. Taught by leading researchers, students benefit from access to cutting-edge facilities and industry partnerships, preparing them for careers in diverse fields from aerospace to medical research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This MSc program in Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of the field. It equips students with the skills to:
- Evaluate the application of Additive Manufacturing technologies
- Apply methods in a project context
- Design additively manufactured devices
- Undertake individual research projects
- Critique, analyze, and communicate research findings Students have access to the Additive Manufacturing laboratory within the Centre for Additive Manufacturing and are taught by world-leading researchers using an impressive range of Additive Manufacturing machines and other technologies.
Outline:
Year One
Core Modules:
- Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing (autumn)
- Group Grand Challenge (autumn)
- Advanced Materials Characterisation
- Advanced Topics in Additive Manufacturing (spring)
- Advanced Engineering Research Project Organisation and Design (spring)
- Introduction to Metrology (spring)
- Individual Postgraduate Project for Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing MSc (summer)
Optional Modules:
- Advanced Technology Review (spring)
- Materials Design Against Failure (spring)
Assessment:
The range of assessment methods provides students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate transferable skills relevant to a wide range of engineering disciplines. These methods include:
- Examinations
- Coursework
- Reports
- Essays
- Presentations
- Dissertation
- In-class test
- Health and safety test
Teaching:
The program is taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and lab sessions. Students are taught by world-leading researchers using an impressive range of Additive Manufacturing machines and other technologies.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in a variety of industries, including:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Medical
- Manufacturing
- Research and development
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- Students have the opportunity to work on research projects with industry partners.
- The program is offered full-time or part-time.
