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UndergraduateBachelor of Engineering (with Honours)UCAS: J510
Materials Science and Engineering
University of LeedsLeeds, England
4 yearsDuration
£33,700Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Leeds, the BEng (Hon) Materials Science and Engineering provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in computing and information technology. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. From aerospace, communications and medicine, right through to everyday consumer goods like TVs, technical fabrics for high-performance clothing and sports equipment, the discovery and development of new materials have significantly impacted the world. Materials science is also at the forefront of global challenges like the move towards net zero, with new materials for energy generation and storage enabling reduced carbon emissions. This is why material scientists are highly sought after across a wide range of industries — and why it’s such a relevant discipline to learn. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £32,750 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Fundamentals of Materials Science
Crystal Structure and Defects
Mechanical Properties of Materials
Thermal and Electrical Properties
Materials Processing and Manufacture
Corrosion and Degradation
Phase Diagrams and Microstructure
Materials Characterisation Techniques
UCAS Code:J510
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB A-level: AAB including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Extended Project Qualification, International Project Qualification and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate: Grade A plus ABB at A-level including A in Mathematics and B in either Physics or Chemistry. GCSE: English Language grade 4 (C) or higher, or an equivalent English language qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. |
| UCAS Points | 136 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£33,700
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£134,800
Home Student Fee
£32,750
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Leeds
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £32,000 | £36,000 |
| 3 years | £27,000 | £31,000 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £32,500 | £38,500 | £48,000 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 20% above UK average salary
This course
£38,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
67%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
82%
Overall
Teaching on my course
88%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
74%Academic support
93%Organisation and management
71%Learning resources
88%Student voice
77%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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