Material Science
Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications MSc
Cranfield UniversityAn advanced materials MSc covering materials selection, processing, composites, functional materials, additive manufacturing and sustainable engineering applications.
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Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time or up to 3 years part-time
Programme Overview
Cranfield's Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications MSc develops knowledge of the properties, selection, processing and design of advanced materials.
Students investigate metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, nano and functional materials, additive manufacturing and modern processing technologies.
The programme examines materials applications across mobility, aerospace, energy, manufacturing and other engineering industries.
Sustainability is incorporated through resource efficiency, material selection, manufacturing impacts, recycling and end-of-life considerations.
Students complete taught study together with group and individual industrially relevant projects.
Entry Requirements
Applicants normally require a UK first- or second-class honours degree or equivalent international qualification.
Suitable backgrounds include:
Materials Science
Engineering
Physics
Chemistry
Applied Science
Mathematics
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Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience may also be considered.
English-Language Requirements
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall
Minimum 5.5 in each component
TOEFL before 21 January 2026:
92 overall with Cranfield's published component minimums
TOEFL from 21 January 2026:
4.5 overall
Minimum 4.0 in each component
Pearson PTE Academic:
65 overall
Minimum 59 in each component
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
Cranfield University provides university, industry and external postgraduate funding opportunities. Funding may include Cranfield scholarships, Chevening, Commonwealth awards and externally sponsored materials or engineering scholarships. Availability varies by admission cycle.