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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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The programme aims to equip students with advanced, comprehensive knowledge of materials science and related state-of-the-art technologies, an understanding of the structure, properties and applications of materials, scientific research skills, and the insight and capability to be an entrepreneur in the field. In addition, students will engage in a literature project and a six-month cutting-edge research project.
With a growing world population, there is increasing need for scientific experts and entrepreneurs who can develop novel materials with advanced properties - addressing critical issues from energy to healthcare - and take scientific discoveries to the commercial world. This degree combines frontline research-based teaching from across UCL to train the next generation of materials scientists.
CareersOn graduation students will be equipped for a future career as a materials scientist or engineer in academia or industry, or as an entrepreneur.
EmployabilityIn addition to the specific skills and knowledge students acquire by taking this programme, they also develop managerial and entrepreneurship skills, and transferable skills in areas including literature survey, design of experiments, materials research, critical data analysis, teamwork and effective communication skills using real-life case scenarios and student-led group projects.
A minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Students living in
Domestic
£15,100 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£37,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£37,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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