MSc by Research Nanotechnology at Swansea University

Programme overview

One-year research master's in Nanotechnology at Swansea University, with an applications-driven focus on moving technology from the laboratory to the workplace or health centre. Research is supported by the Centre for Nanohealth, a 1,600 m2 open-access facility for industry and academia.

Department: Electrical engineering (Centre for Nanohealth) | 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

Supervised research project; recent Swansea nanotechnology projects include semiconductor technology for single-cell studies, cellular uptake and trafficking of nanoparticles, micro and nano particle drug delivery systems, energy-efficient LTE radio access networks and nanoplasmonic biosensing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 undergraduate degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a similar relevant science 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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