About the Department

Materials scientists develop and investigate materials for applications across the full range of engineering disciplines, from aerospace and nuclear engineering to solar cells and medical devices.

Our reputation in this discipline is reflected in our outstanding research record, with expertise in biomaterials and soft materials, ceramics and glasses, engineering alloys, functional materials, nanotechnology, and theory and simulation of materials.

You will join a Department that offers outstanding specialist guidance and facilities, regardless of which direction you take. We maintain an extensive network of contacts with industry and other leading universities around the world, providing you with exciting opportunities for your development.

Courses

Studying Materials Science and Engineering

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Three-year courses (180 ECTS):

• BEng Materials Science and Engineering (UCAS code JF52)
• BEng Materials with Management (J5N2)

Four-year courses (240 ECTS):

• MEng Materials Science and Engineering (JFM2)
• MEng Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering (BJ95)
• MEng Materials with Nuclear Engineering (J5H8)

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.