Materials Science and Engineering MSc
University of Sheffield
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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It is estimated that 70 per cent of innovations are due to an advance in materials. This course provides a solid grounding across a wide variety of materials, and aims to prepare you for a career in industry or research by teaching you the concepts and theories that make materials science and engineering possible. Our research-led teaching introduces you to all the latest developments. You’ll have the option to keep your course general or tailor your degree with optional modules to specialise ...Read more

It is estimated that 70 per cent of innovations are due to an advance in materials. This course provides a solid grounding across a wide variety of materials, and aims to prepare you for a career in industry or research by teaching you the concepts and theories that make materials science and engineering possible. Our research-led teaching introduces you to all the latest developments. You’ll have the option to keep your course general or tailor your degree with optional modules to specialise in the area that interests you the most.AccreditationFully accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining. Graduates will have the underpinning knowledge for later professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

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WUSCA ranking:
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4/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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5th
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16th
What students say
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Kira
19 Nov 25

The study spaces are nice and there are a lot of cafes about which are good to study in too..Read more

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Tia
23 Feb 24

- The best student union - Lots of great facilities - The town is big enough to feel like a city but small enough to not feel overwhelmed and..Read more

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject with relevant modules. We accept degrees in the following subject areas:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering / Biomedical Engineering
  • Biology
  • Biomedicine / Bioscience
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Materials Science / Materials Engineering / Materials Processing / Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metals / Metallics / Metallurgy
  • New Energy Materials and Devices
  • Physics

Tuition fees

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£13,260 per year

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£31,190 per year

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£32,905 per year

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Accommodation Cratcliffe Apartments (En-suite) - £8,211.42 for 42 Weeks

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19 Nov 25
Materials Science and Engineering MSc
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Tia
23 Feb 24
Materials Science and Engineering - BEng (Hons)
- The best student union - Lots of great facilities - The town is big enough to feel like a city but small enough to not feel overwhelmed and...
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University of Sheffield
Western Bank Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.7 miles away
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