Course summary
This exciting new one-year MSc provides research-focused teaching and training for graduates wishing to develop a career in the cutting-edge, dynamic field of nano and functional materials. This MSc course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles governing nano and functional materials properties and synthesis, their characterisation and assembly into advanced functional devices, from photovoltaics to supercapacitors. The master's covers a wide range of themes from advanced composites to graphene and functional nano materials. You will also gain hands-on advanced research training. This course will prepare you to become an academic or industrial scientist with unique skills and expertise in nano and functional materials and related technologies.
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
You will need at least a UK 2.2 Honours degree or overseas equivalent in Materials Science, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nanoscience or Nanotechnology. Alternatively, a UK 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent is required in Physics, Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Biochemical Engineering. Other backgrounds may also be considered. For more details, please email [email protected]
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 90 | TOFEL iBT: at least 90 overall with no sub-test below 20. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'. |
All applicants will need to demonstrate competency in English language. Applicants who do not already possess an acceptable English Language qualification will need to take a recognised test and attain the required English Language score: IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0. TOFEL iBT: at least 90 overall with no sub-test below 20. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'. Pearson PTE: at least 70 overall with no sub-test below 64. Further information on language requirements can be found on our website . Pre-sessional English We will consider applicants who do not meet these scores but you may be required to complete a pre-sessional English language course at the University of Manchester prior to the start of the course. To be considered for a pre-sessional English language course for this programme we require the following minimum IELTS (Academic) scores: 6 Week Pre-Sessional Course: Minimum 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5. 10 Week Pre-sessional Course: Minimum 5.5 overall with no sub-test below 5.5. If you have not yet completed your current academic study and are interested in studying a pre-sessional course, you must hold an IELTS for UKVI (Academic) test certificate.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL