MSc Advanced Materials Science and Engineering at Loughborough University

Develop materials innovation skills for industries shaping the future. This programme will provide you with the expertise in advanced materials and engineering needed to design and innovate sustainable materials for today’s world. Materials is a discipline which underpins global industry, opening worldwide opportunities for a well-paid and rewarding career.

Faculty: School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering  |  Department: Materials  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2-5 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our programme aims to provide you with a toolbox of skills and knowledge to help you to progress into a successful career in Materials Science and Engineering and related fields. Compulsory modules: Research Methods, Materials Modelling, Nanomaterials and Composites, Advanced Materials Characterisation, MSc Project, Clean Energy, Materials and Sustainability, Group Design Project, Advanced Processing of Materials.

Career pathways

Typical careers span many industrial sectors including aerospace, power generation, automotive, construction, transport, medical equipment and implants and consumer goods. Possible roles include technical and project management, research and development, technical support to manufacturing, as well as sales and marketing.

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