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Materials Science and Engineering with Polymers
MEng · 4 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site
Course summary
Begin your journey into Materials Science and Engineering at Manchester, with a degree in Materials Science and Engineering with Polymers. Material scientists are shaping our world and in the Department of Materials you will develop a true understanding of the science - in practical subjects that meet the needs of an ever-changing industry.
Manchester is home to the most diverse university activity devoted to materials research in Europe, with this four-year degree, aimed at students who wish to become specialists in a huge range of applications which use polymeric materials.
Our four-year MSc course gives you extensive knowledge of both the fundamentals of materials science and engineering, and the opportunity to specialise in the in the areas that interest you most. In your final year, you'll study an extensive (half year) project that enables you to tackle a topic at the forefront of Materials Science in depth.
You'll be taught by leading academics in their field - we are proud of the Department of Materials' excellent Research ratings, and our high staff-to-student ratio means you will receive close individual attention and frequent tutorial sessions. Known for our congenial atmosphere, we place emphasis on academic and pastoral support, helping students from a range of educational backgrounds to reach their full potential.
What's more, our students typically go on to enjoy an average six-months-after-graduating salary in excess of £24,000 - significantly higher than the sector average.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- MEng • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F204
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Manchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F204
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAA
AAA including two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. If you are not taking A-level Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.
Typical Contextual Offer: AAB including two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. If you are not taking A-level Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
For further information and to check eligibility, visit our contextual admissions page .
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements below
Contextual offers are available for applicants who:
- live in the UK and will be under the age of 21 on 1 September of the year they will start their course; and
- live in an area of disadvantage or with low progression into higher education; and
- have attended a UK school or college for their GCSEs or A-levels (or equivalent qualifications) that has performed below the national average over multiple years.
See our contextual admissions page for full details and to check your eligibility.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
We will consider the National Extended Diploma for entry to our programme, provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course and the modules taken cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
Access to HE Diploma
Each application is considered individually. Applicants should contact the Admissions Office to discuss their particular circumstances.
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course.
The specific course requirements are normally: Access to HE Diploma in Science or Engineering - Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits awarded at Level 3, 40 credits must be awarded at Distinction and 15 at Merit in an academic subject. This must include modules on Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at Level 3. If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
Scottish Higher
We normally require grades AAABB in Scottish Highers. In addition Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required as below:
Two Advanced Highers in two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at AA plus two Highers at AA (any subjects)
English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact us.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
We will consider the National Diploma for entry to our programme, provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course and the modules taken cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A-level at grade A in a required subject.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D
We will only consider the National Foundation Diploma in conjunction with A-levels. The combination of A-levels and the National Foundation Diploma must cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grade D plus an additional level 3 qualification such as A-levels at grades AA.
The two A-level subjects must include two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
We will only consider the National Extended Certificate in conjunction with A-levels. The combination of A-levels and the National Extended Certificate must cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D plus an additional level 3 qualification such as A-levels at grades AA.
The two A-level subjects must include two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact us.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
We will only consider the National Extended Certificate in conjunction with A-levels. The combination of A-levels and the National Extended Certificate must cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D plus an additional level 3 qualification such as A-levels at grade AA.
The two A-level subjects must include two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/iGCSE Mathematics is required.
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact us.
Scottish Advanced Higher
We normally require grades AAABB in Scottish Highers. In addition Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required as below:
Two Advanced Highers in two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at AA plus two Highers at AA (any subjects)
English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact us.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points
36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including two subjects from Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
We will accept Mathematics: analysis and approaches only at HL as one of the HL subject specific requirements.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A-levels or equivalent to be included within this.
The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A-level entry requirements.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and usually requires two A-levels or equivalent to be included within this.
The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A-level entry requirements.
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. We may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/IGCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science.
GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDD
We will consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry to our programme, provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course and the modules taken cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - DD
We will consider the Technical Diploma for entry to our programme, provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course and the modules taken cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Cambridge Level 3 Technical Diploma with grades DD plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A-level at grade A in a required subject.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma - DM
We will only consider the Technical Foundation Diploma in conjunction with A-levels. The combination of A-levels and the Technical Foundation Diploma must cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Cambridge Level 3 Technical Foundation Diploma with at least grades DM plus an additional level 3 qualification such as A-levels at grades AA.
The two A-level subjects must include two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate - D
We will only consider the Technical Extended Certificate in conjunction with A-levels. The combination of A-levels and the Technical Extended Certificate must cover sufficient material in Mathematics and Science.
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate with grade D plus an additional level 3 qualification such as A-levels at grades AA.
The two A-level subjects must include two from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
If you are not taking a stand-alone qualification in Mathematics, Grade 7/A at GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics is required.
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact us.
T Level - Not accepted
Foundation Year Requirements
The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme:
Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme are required to achieve AAA (to include two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) and an EAP score of Grade C with a minimum of Grade C in each subscore.
INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester students are required to attend an interview.
Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year are required to achieve AAA (to include two subjects from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) an EAP score of Grade C with a minimum of Grade C in each subscore.
We will accept both Integrated Mathematics and Technical Mathematics.
Applicants studying other Foundation programmes should contact us to check if your qualification is recognised for entry to this programme and for specific entry requirements.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each subscore |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | 80 overall with 20 in each subscore. We do not accept TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition |
| PTE Academic | 70 | 70 overall and 65 in each subscore |
All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either:
- GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade C/4, or;
- IELTS 6 with no sub-skill less than 6, or;
- An acceptable equivalent qualification
Please note that if you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above.
The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student from outside the UK and the EU must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language in order to be granted a UK visa to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This level is often referred to as the 'B2 level'.
Acceptable English Language Qualifications https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/admissions/language-requirements/
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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