Materials Engineering MSc

The MSc in Materials Engineering provides you with an advanced understanding of the field of materials science and engineering, furthering your analytical abilities and hands-on experience of industry-relevant equipment, to address the demands of the international materials industry. <br/><br/>As one of the UK’s leading centres for materials teaching and research, Swansea University offers you an innovative programme that combines fundamental knowledge of core materials, with applied and emerging design and manufacturing techniques, to cater to a wide range of technological applications. <br/><br/>With a strong emphasis on addressing socio-economic and environmental concerns in future technological development, you will build technical excellence alongside creativity, ethical awareness, and social responsibility, empowering you to contribute to a more inclusive and forward-thinking industry. <br/><br/>The programme can be studied full time over 1 year, or part-time over 2 or 3 years. We also offer a 2-year study option that includes a year in industry, enabling you to gain valuable workplace experience. During your second year you will complete either an industry placement or industry-focused project where you will work on a real-life challenge undertaken in collaboration with one or more of our industry partners.