Program Overview
The two-year Laurea Magistrale (Master of Science) in Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology, taught in English, prepares graduates for expertise in materials and process design. Specializations include surface engineering, polymer engineering, nanomaterials, and more. Graduates are well-suited for roles in materials production, processing, and design in various industries, such as mechanical, chemical, electronics, energy, and biomedical.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Laurea Magistrale (equivalent to Master of Science) in Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology is a two-year program taught entirely in English. The program aims to prepare graduates with expertise in materials and the design of processes and manufactured goods. The program offers specializations in:
- Surface Engineering
- Polymer Engineering
- Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
- Engineering Applications
- Microengineering and Microtechnology
- Sustainability Engineering
Outline:
The program curriculum includes the following subjects:
- Mathematical methods for materials engineering
- Solid state physics
- Mechanical behaviour and failure of metals
- Mechanical behaviour and durability of polymers
- Corrosion engineering of metals and ceramics
- Surface engineering and technology
- Advanced materials
- Nanomaterials for energy conservation
- Plasmas for surface micro and nanostructuring
- Surface treatments for mechanical applications
- Micromechanics
- Physics of nanostructures
Careers:
Graduates of the Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering program are equipped to innovate within the materials industry. They are well-suited for roles in companies specializing in the production, processing, and design of materials and components. Potential career paths include:
- Development of new applications in the mechanical, chemical, electronics, energy, telecommunications, construction, transport, biomedical, environmental, and restoration industries
- A video about the program is available with English subtitles.
- The program is offered in English.
- The program is open to students with a Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering or other material-related Degrees (e.g. Applied Physics and Chemistry).
- The program is offered in the 2024/2025 academic year.
- The program is a Master (equiv. to MSc) level program.
