Entry requirementsSelected entry requirements English language: GCSE grade C, IELTS 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, TOEFL paper-based test score of 550 with TWE of 5.0, TOEFL computer-based test score of 213 with TWE of 5.0, TOEFL internet based test score of 80. Cambridge Proficiency in English Grade C, English for Academic Purposes Grade B. A level: Grades ABC. This should include two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Unit grade information: The University of Manchester welcomes the provision of unit grade information which, like all other available information, will inform the consideration of applications. Unit grades will not normally form part of offer conditions, except for Mathematics programmes. GCSE: Minimum grade C in English Language, Science and Mathematics. Key Skills qualification: The University warmly welcomes applications from students studying the Key Skills qualification. However, as the opportunities to take these modules are not open to all applicants, currently this is not an essential requirement of the University. International baccalaureate: 32 points overall, including two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Additional entry requirements Additional entry requirements exist for this course. You may view these by selecting from the list below.
Academic titleBSc Materials Science & Engineering
Course descriptionCourse description Materials Science is a synthesis of physics, chemistry, and engineering. It is the building block on which modern industry has and will continue to advance. No other subject has epochs of history named after it (Iron Age, Bronze Age, and now the Silicon Age).
The first two years of this programme are designed to provide a thorough grounding in the scientific principles governing the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of all solid materials.
In particular we develop the understanding of how the structure of a material, from the nano- to the macro-scale, governs its behaviour and we introduce the techniques and methodologies to characterise that structure. The control of that structure through processing is also a key topic.
In addition, the role of the engineer in designing with and selection of materials is outlined.
In Year 3 we offer advanced topics along with the opportunity to specialise in the study of a particular class of material (metal, ceramic, or polymer) through choice of options.
An extensive final year project enables you to develop further practical and analytical skills.
Formal teaching in communication and transferable skills, including computing and presentation techniques, is given to complement the academic training.
Career opportunities
Careers include research and development roles, management positions and technical sales within large materials manufacturing or end-users. The range of careers include things as diverse as teaching, engineering, consultancy and technical development roles.
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