MSc Nanoscience & Nanotechnology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This multidisciplinary MSc teaches skills sought by industry for research, development and production in nanoscience and nanofabrication, and complements backgrounds in electronics, materials science or physics.

Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses include Research Skills, Nanofabrication, Electronic Devices, Micro & Nano Technology, Introduction to Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, an Integrated Systems Design Project and an MSc Project. Optional courses include Biophysics of Cells and Systems, Microscopy and Optics, Nano and Atomic Scale Imaging and Quantum Electronic Devices.

Career pathways

Graduates work for companies including Intel, TSMC, IBM, ST Microelectronics, Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, ASM and Applied Materials.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any engineering discipline, computing science, physical sciences or mathematics with at least one credit-bearing module in engineering mathematics/mathematics and one in electronics/nanotechnology at an average grade of pass. A 2.2 is exceptionally accepted with an average 2.1 in accepted modules; extensive work experience may be considered. International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (other tests accepted).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,092 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee; part-time rates are quoted per 20 credits and are not a programme total Source

International applicants: GBP 34,815 a year (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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