Materials Science and Engineering, BEng (Hons) / MEng (Hons)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 Year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Materials Technology
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Successful innovation is dependent on the selection and performance of key materials. From cars, aeroplanes and cruise ships, to sports and musical instruments, prosthetics, mobile phones and flexible solar cells, the right materials can help to define technological progress. Materials Science and Engineering explores how the properties of matter can be controlled, enhanced and manipulated to not only improve performance in existing applications but also to establish new technological applications. Our Materials Science and Engineering degrees will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of materials science and engineering, developing your analytical abilities alongside hands-on experience of advanced equipment, to meet the evolving demands of the UK materials industry and global research sectors, including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, sports and energy generation. You will be prepared to respond to pressing global challenges, including climate change, energy transition, resource scarcity and social equity, and will work to consider the broader social and environmental implications of engineering design. The programme is studied as a 3-year Bachelors of Engineering (BEng), or a 4-year Integrated Master of Engineering (MEng) which meets the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Both our BEng and MEng courses include options to study with a Year Abroad, a Year in Industry and a Foundation Year.
Entry requirements
| A levels | ABB-BCC |
|---|---|
| BTEC | D*D*D · Subjects: to include a Distinction in Engineering Principles and Further Engineering Mathematics units |
| Access to HE Diploma | UK Access: In Engineering - Minimum of 33 Distinctions (Distinctions in all Maths modules), 9 Merits and 3 credits at Level 3 |
| T Levels | Distinction · and grade B in A Level Maths |
| UCAS Tariff points | 120 UCAS points |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
We require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language qualification. Please see the Swansea University admissions English language requirements page for a full list of accepted qualifications and tests.
Fees
International students: £27,050 per year
UK students: £9,790 per year
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
International: £27,050 per year
Start dates
Sep 2026
Application deadline
Home; 26 August 2026 (International)
Campus
- Bay Campus, United Kingdom
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