Nanomaterials and Materials Science

Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Faculty of Engineering

Our one-year postgraduate taught courses provide an innovative programme of study in which students are challenged to achieve their best, developing specialist skills and knowledge sought after by employers, as well as establishing an ideal background for PhD research.

Course description

The course is designed to equip students with the know-how and skills for becoming an expert in materials science with nanotechnology specialisation.

We provide a foundation semester in the general area of science and engineering of materials, followed by a nanoscience and nanotechnology-specific semester to give you comprehensive nanomaterials expertise. The course content reflects the highly interdisciplinary nature of this subject and allows students to specialise via options, and a major project.

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Modules

Core modules

Science of Materials
Materials Processing and Characterisation
Practical, Modelling and Digital Skills
Nanoscale Magnetic Materials and Devices
Nanostructures and Nanostructuring
Functional Nano- and Bio-nanomaterials
Heat and Materials with Application
Research Project in an area of your choice

Optional modules

Design and Manufacture of Composites
Structure and Physical Properties of Dental and Bio-materials
Materials for Energy Applications

Teaching

Working alongside students and staff from across the globe, you’ll tackle real-world projects, and attend lectures, seminars and laboratory classes delivered by academic and industry experts.

Assessment

You’ll be assessed by formal examinations, coursework assignments and a dissertation.

Duration

1 year full-time

Entry requirements

A good honours degree in materials, a physical science (chemistry or physics) or a related engineering subject.

English language requirements

Overall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Entry requirements for international students

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

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You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.