Material Science
Advanced Engineering Materials MSc
University of ManchesterA one-year MSc focused on the design, selection, processing, properties and performance of advanced materials for modern engineering applications.
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Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
12 months full-time
Programme Overview
The University of Manchester Advanced Engineering Materials MSc provides advanced postgraduate education in the design, selection, processing and performance of materials used in modern engineering applications.
Students develop an in-depth understanding of how processing, structure, properties and stability influence the behaviour and selection of engineering materials.
The programme is supported by extensive materials research and laboratory facilities, including electron microscopy, mechanical testing, polymer processing, corrosion laboratories, chemistry laboratories, the National Graphene Institute and the Henry Royce Institute.
Students develop analytical, experimental and engineering problem-solving skills that can be applied across aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, energy and other advanced technology industries.
The course is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining and supports progression toward professional engineering registration when combined with appropriate prior study.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should normally hold at least a UK 2:2 Honours degree or an equivalent international qualification.
Suitable academic backgrounds include:
Materials Science
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Metallurgical Engineering
Biomaterials
Other closely related subjects
Applicants with a first degree in Chemistry are normally expected to hold at least a UK 2:1 classification or equivalent.
Applicants from other quantitative backgrounds, including Mathematics, may also be considered.
Applications are assessed using the applicant's full academic history, relevant modules, grades and supporting documents.
An academic reference is normally required.
Applicants who graduated more than three years ago may also need to provide a CV.
Admission is competitive and meeting the minimum academic requirement does not guarantee an offer.
English-Language Requirements
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall
Minimum 6.0 in each component
TOEFL iBT:
90 overall
Minimum 20 in each component
TOEFL MyBestScore is not accepted.
Pearson PTE Academic:
70 overall
Minimum 64 in each component
English-language test results must remain valid on the programme start date.
Applicants below the direct-entry requirement may be eligible for an approved University of Manchester pre-sessional English course.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
The University of Manchester offers several funding opportunities for eligible postgraduate taught students. International Master's Scholarships Manchester offers merit-based scholarships to outstanding international Master's applicants. Eligibility, award values and eligible nationalities vary by admission cycle. Manchester Master's Bursaries The University allocates funding each year to support eligible Master's students from underrepresented groups. University of Manchester Alumni Discount Eligible students who completed an undergraduate degree at The University of Manchester may receive a 10% tuition-fee discount when progressing to an eligible taught postgraduate programme. Additional University and External Funding Other nationality-specific, faculty-level and external scholarships may also be available. Applicants should check the University's official Master's funding pages for the relevant admission cycle because scholarship deadlines and eligibility vary.