From aerospace, communications and medicine, right through to everyday consumer goods like TVs, technical fabrics for high-performance clothing and sports equipment, the discovery and development of new materials have impacted the world monumentally. Materials science is also at the forefront of global challenges like the move towards net zero, with new materials for energy generation and storage enabling reduced carbon emissions. This is why material scientists are highly sought after across a whole range of industries — and why it’s such a relevant discipline to learn.
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From aerospace, communications and medicine, right through to everyday consumer goods like TVs, technical fabrics for high-performance clothing and sports equipment, the discovery and development of new materials have impacted the world monumentally. Materials science is also at the forefront of global challenges like the move towards net zero, with new materials for energy generation and storage enabling reduced carbon emissions. This is why material scientists are highly sought after across a whole range of industries — and why it’s such a relevant discipline to learn.<br/><br/>Studying materials science and engineering at Leeds will equip you with a thorough grounding in the concepts that underpin materials science, alongside learning a range of transferable skills to equip you for a career in this fast-moving field.<br/><br/>As it’s a multidisciplinary course, you’ll benefit from the world-class facilities, research and teachings from three separate schools: the School of Chemical and Process Engineering, the School of Physics and the School of Chemistry.<br/><br/>You’ll be taught by academics who are leaders in this sector, many of whom are members of the Sir Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials and the Bragg Centre for Materials Research, giving you the chance to interact and develop professional relationships with researchers at the forefront of the industry.<br/><br/>You’ll also have access to world-class research and specialist facilities right here on campus, alongside exciting opportunities like studying abroad and industrial work placements to ensure you have the best grounding to head out into your professional career.<br/><br/>**Why study at Leeds:**<br/>- Graduate with a degree from a university ranked in the Top 10 in the UK for Chemical Engineering, The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023<br/><br/><br/>- Take advantage of our world-leading research here at Leeds, which has been responsible for engineering new technologies and led industry-driven developments that have impacted virtually all industrial sectors.<br/><br/><br/>- Experience expertise teaching, delivered by a programme team who specialise in a wide range of materials science and engineering disciplines and have extensive industry experience.<br/><br/><br/>- Start building your future career path from day one, establishing relations in the field with industry professionals through our strong partnerships with UK industry such as Rolls-Royce, Samsung, Johnson Matthey, IBM, Dow Corning and AstraZeneca.<br/><br/><br/>- Put theory into practice, with access to our specialist facilities across three Schools, including state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation, along with labs fully equipped with the latest technology to support your learning.<br/><br/><br/>- Broaden your experience before you graduate and enhance your career prospects with our study abroad programmes and paid industrial work placement opportunities.<br/><br/><br/>- We have over 300 clubs and societies you can join at Leeds — including academic societies across many disciplines. There you can meet more of your coursemates and lecturers, whilst gaining guidance and invaluable insight from industry professionals at regular talks and networking events throughout your degree.<br/><br/><br/>**Online taster course**<br/>Chemical Engineering: Shaping a Sustainable Future is an online course, delivered via FutureLearn, which explores how chemical engineers are developing and designing chemical manufacturing processes to tackle global challenges such as climate change, food security, and effective healthcare. Register now: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/chemical-engineering-shaping-a-sustainable-future
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
24/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
J511
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B AB at Advanced level, including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry, and AABBB at Higher level. Access to HE DiplomaD:30 Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3. 30 credits needed at Distinction including an appropriate amount of Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry and the remaining 15 credits at Merit or above. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme16 points at higher level to include 5 points in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD DDD (RQF) with Distinctions in relevant Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics units. Some Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics units may be optional on your BTEC but are required by the Faculty. We can only consider the BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science if the applicant is also studying A-level Mathematics. Please contact us for further information. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. GCSE/National 4/National 5English Language at grade C (4) or above, or an appropriate English language qualification. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 D3, D3, M2 including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. A levelA,A,B AAB, including Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Excludes A-Level General Studies or Critical Thinking. Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and International Project Qualification (IPQ): We recognise the value of these qualifications and the effort and enthusiasm that applicants put into them, and where an applicant offers an A in the EPQ or IPQ we may make an offer of ABB at A-Level with an A in Mathematics and a B or higher in either Physics or Chemistry. |
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