MSc by Research Membrane Technology at Swansea University

Programme overview

An MSc by Research in Membrane Technology, hosted alongside the Centre for Water Advanced Technologies and Environmental Research (CWATER), an internationally leading centre for advanced water treatment technologies.

Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A supervised research project; topics include modelling membrane processes, membrane and process characterisation, hazardous substances, bioprocessing, development of new membranes, ozonation and advanced oxidation processes, and pilot-scale studies.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or non-UK equivalent) in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering or a related discipline such as chemistry, biochemistry, physics or another engineering discipline. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (or a Swansea University recognised equivalent). Non-UK/EU applicants are required to obtain ATAS clearance for this programme. One academic reference is required. Admissions decisions may also reflect the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Year 1 tuition fee; fees for later years rise by 3%; part-time fee per year 1: UK £2,619, international £12,500 Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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