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University of Birmingham
Materials Science and Engineering Masters/MSc
University of Birmingham

Materials Science and Engineering Masters/MSc

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Full time | University of Birmingham | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Materials Science Materials Engineering & Technology

Course Summary

Metallurgy and Materials Science at Birmingham is a major research centre with world class facilities. Our research is at the leading edge of Materials Science and Engineering, and we work closely with a range of industrial partners to ensure that the potential of our discoveries are maximised. New materials underpin development and progress across a wide variety of sectors. New technologies, from planes to batteries, from hip implants to electronic devices, are made possible, and often limited by, the materials we currently know and use. Materials Scientists and Engineers work hard to understand how and why materials behave the way they do, and exploit this knowledge to develop new materials with amazing properties.Studying Materials Science and Engineering, you will develop a fundamental understanding of how the properties of a material, such as strength, electronic properties and biocompatibility, are affected by the material’s structure, such as its crystal structure or microstructure.This knowledge can then be used to formulate strategies to develop new materials, such as alloys able to operate at higher temperatures for jet engine blades or high-toughness ceramics for armour applications. This programme will equip you with the skills required to join a wide variety of industries in the capacity of materials specialist, or continue your education at a PhD level.

Modules

Effective Project Management (10 Credits) - Core
This semester 2 module addresses the management of resources during major engineering projects. It will encompass the importance of team working and communication skills in a project environment. Detailed study of management tools such as critical path analysis and PERT will be undertaken.
Introduction to Materials (10 Credits) - Core
Materials Characterisation (10 Credits) - Core
Presentation and Communication Skills/Team Skills development (10 Credits) - Core
Research Project (10 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,340

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£32,510

Entry requirements

Obtaining a 2.2 or above in engineering/technical subjects (eg, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Mathematics or any physical sciences subject).

University information

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The University of Birmingham - part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities in the UK – has been helping to develop the next generation of leaders, push boundaries of innovation and challenge existing thinking for over 100 years. The university has a vibrant and diverse community of students, with over 10,000 international students coming to the city from over 120 countries. Over 40% of students are working on a postgraduate...more