This course provides in-depth understanding of the nature, properties and manufacturing of a broad range of advanced materials, including materials for fuel cells and electrolysers, lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, green hydrogen and energy storage, composite materials for transport and wind energy, biomaterials for healthcare, advanced electronic materials, and digital and additive manufacturing of materials.
The modules are designed to cover recent materials developments for a more electrified, digital, sustainable and net-zero world. You will study the core principals of advanced materials, undertake an original research project and have access to our state-of-the-art research facilities and expertise.
The course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical and transferable skills for global career opportunities in a wide range of sectors including energy, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, electronics and biomedical industries, as well as preparing you for further study.
This MSc in Advanced Materials programme is a full- time degree studied over a period of one calendar year commencing in late September. Each year of study is divided into two semesters of teaching, while the major individual project is undertaken in the summer session. The basic structure of each taught semester is 11 weeks of teaching followed by a period for revision and examinations.
The taught subject programme consists of modules totalling 120 credits, which comprise two compulsory modules and nine optional modules. Students must take 80 credits of optional modules.
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2027 entry.