Postgraduate masters courses

In our postgraduate masters courses, we provide an innovative study programme in which students are challenged to achieve their best; you'll develop the specialist skills and knowledge sought after by employers.

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Postgraduate taught courses in materials science and engineering

Materials Science and Engineering MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Prepare for a career in industry or research by learning the concepts and theories that make materials science and engineering possible.

Advanced Metallurgy MMet

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Gain an in-depth understanding of current developments in metallurgy and metallurgical engineering, while developing enhanced analytical, research, project planning and management skills.

Aerospace Materials MSc(Eng)

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Develop knowledge of the manufacturing, processing and properties of the metals and composite materials used in airframes and aeroengines.

Polymers and Composites MSc(Eng)

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

We bring together expertise from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the Department of Chemistry to teach you advanced topics on polymer and composite science and engineering.

Nuclear Science and Technology MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

This course is run jointly with the members of the Nuclear Technology Education Consortium (NTEC). Learn from world-leading academics in the important area of nuclear waste immobilisation, decommissioning and clean-up.

Nanomaterials and Materials Science MSc

Postgraduate taught
  • September 2024 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Become an expert in materials science with nanotechnology specialisation.

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International scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships towards the annual tuition fee. Applications are open for existing offer holders.

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