MSc Advanced Functional Materials at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This multidisciplinary MSc spans physics, chemistry, materials science and nanotechnology, with themes including energy generation and storage, microelectronics and healthcare. Students use characterisation facilities including the Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre.

Faculty: College of Science & Engineering | Department: School of Physics & Astronomy | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses include Solid State Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Nano and Atomic Scale Imaging 1, Nanostructured Materials, Functional Materials and Advanced Materials Characterisation, followed by an MSc research project; options include Magnetism & Superconductivity, Quantum Theory and Semiconductor Physics.

Career pathways

Roles include materials science scientist, senior analytical scientist, nanotechnologist and microelectronics research engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours (or non-UK equivalent) in Physical Sciences, Materials Science, Nanoscience and Engineering, or Chemistry degrees with a significant physical chemistry, materials physics or materials chemistry component, including at least one credit-bearing module in Quantum Mechanics and/or Electromagnetism at an average grade of pass. Related degrees with significant physics content at 2:1 may be accepted; a 2:2 in Physics with substantial relevant work experience may be considered individually. A question-based personal statement is required. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 90 overall (tests up to 20 January 2026) or 92 (from 21 January 2026); PTE Academic (test centre) 65 overall.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,092 for the whole programme (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 33,708 for the whole programme (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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