MSc by Research Nanoelectronics at Swansea University

Programme overview

One-year research master's in Nanoelectronics at Swansea University's Bay Campus, with an applications-driven emphasis on transferring technology from the laboratory to the workplace. Swansea's research strengths include power electronics, telecommunications, nanotechnology and biometrics and the modelling of nanoelectronic devices.

Department: Electrical engineering (Bay Campus) | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April or 1 July (October 2026 to July 2027 starts) | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Individual supervised research project; previous projects include parallel 3D finite element Monte Carlo device simulations of multigate transistors, modelling of metal-semiconductor contacts for nanoscale transistors and GaN HEMT switches for power management. The supervisor helps develop the research plan, advises on training and supports conference presentation, publication and the viva.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 undergraduate degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a similar relevant discipline. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or recognised equivalent. Admissions decisions may also take account of the standard of the research proposal or synopsis, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience. Non-UK/EU applicants must obtain ATAS clearance for this programme. One academic reference is required before the application goes to the faculty research admissions tutor.

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). MSc by Research full-time tuition, year 1; start Oct 2026 to Jul 2027 Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April or 1 July (October 2026 to July 2027 starts)

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

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