MSc Materials Science and Engineering

The Materials Science and Engineering MSc at the University of Sheffield is a one-year full-time course that offers in-depth study in the latest advances in materials science. This course is perfect for those individuals interested in pursuing further study or a professional career in materials science and engineering, emphasizing an ideal combination of theoretical learning and practical experience.Course Content: The course teaches students about the science and engineering of materials, important for industries that rely on their use. Core modules include Introduction to Materials Science, Research Methods in Materials Science, Practical, Modelling and Analytical Techniques, and Design and Manufacture of Composites. Students will also undertake a literature review and a major research project related to their specific area of interest.Key Modules: The MSc in Materials Science and Engineering includes key modules like Processing and Characterisation of Advanced Ceramics, Plasticity and Fracture from the Atomic to the Continuum: Making and Breaking; Phase transformations and the properties of engineering materials.Accreditations: The course is accredited by significant professional bodies, including the Institution of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Future Careers: Graduates from this course can expect to find employment in a wide range of industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy (nuclear, renewables), metallurgy, and consultancy firms. The course further prepares students for a research and academic career in materials science and engineering.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.