- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Materials Technology
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
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. 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. 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. The course can be studied full-time or part-time with the option to include a Year in Industry.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 |
|---|---|
| Degree | 2nd class · Subjects: Engineering · or above |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
If English is not your first language you will need an acceptable pass in an approved English Language qualification to make sure you get the full benefit from studying at Swansea. We consider a wide range of qualifications, including the Swansea University English Test, the British Council IELTS test (with a score of at least 6.5 and 5.5 in each component). A full list of acceptable English Language tests can be found at: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements
Fees
International students: £24,600 per year
UK students: £12,100 per year
UK/Home: £12,100 per year
International: £24,600 per year
Start dates
Sep 2026
Application deadline
Home; 29 July 2026 (International)
Campus
- Bay Campus, United Kingdom
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