Engineering Materials (Advanced Mechanical Engineering Science) MSc
University of Southampton
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Develop specialist knowledge of mechanical engineering materials on this masters degree in engineering materials. Explore material properties and how they are transforming the aviation, aerospace and manufacturing industries.Our MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering pathways combine the traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with interdisciplinary subjects, so you can specialise to suit your career plans. Our international centre for research and teaching has a global reputation for ...Read more

Develop specialist knowledge of mechanical engineering materials on this master's degree in engineering materials. Explore material properties and how they are transforming the aviation, aerospace and manufacturing industries.Our MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering pathways combine the traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with interdisciplinary subjects, so you can specialise to suit your career plans. Our international centre for research and teaching has a global reputation for excellence. Our MSc Engineering Materials degree explores the latest techniques and methods in this growing area of advanced mechanical engineering. You’ll study different material properties and discover their limitations and use in engineering. New materials are transforming industry with their strong, lightweight and flexible properties. Materials engineers are needed in the aviation, aerospace and manufacturing industries to continue important research into composites. On this master's programme you’ll learn about microstructural and surface characterisation and investigate the performance of structural materials in application.

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Harold
21 Feb 25

Lovely place to study, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. Great opportunities for sport and societies. However, a key consideration is distance from accommodation to..Read more

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20 Feb 25

Really great place to study. Spacious and really good environment for learning...Read more

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Entry requirements

To be eligible, you must hold a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects: materials science, engineering, chemistry, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or civil engineering. Additionally, you must have achieved a 2:1 score in at least one module focused on engineering materials or materials science.

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£9,250 per year

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£31,500 per year

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Harold
21 Feb 25
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Lovely place to study, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. Great opportunities for sport and societies. However, a key consideration is distance from accommodation to...
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Mechanical Engineering - MEng (Hons)
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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...

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