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Materials Science and Engineering with a Year Abroad

  • Master of Engineering (with Honours)
  • 5 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 14 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Queen Mary, University of London
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Course summary

Ever wondered how an F1 car can weigh so little? Or what an artificial heart valve is made of? If so, this is the degree for you.

Look around you - everything you see is made from carefully designed materials. To build a better world, we need experts who can enhance these materials, making them stronger, more efficient, and less wasteful. As a materials scientist and engineer, you’ll drive innovation that shapes the future. Join us to learn how.

Our materials department was the first in the UK, and studying with us means learning from a team with deep expertise in both research and industry. Our work influences a wide range of innovations - from the design of Formula 1 tyres to the composites used in aeroplanes and luggage. We’re proud to be home to several fellows of the Royal Society and the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Ready to shape the future?

You’ll build a strong understanding of fundamental engineering concepts such as mechanics, design, materials and mathematical modelling. At the same time, you’ll develop the practical, collaborative skills all engineers need.

Everything you learn will be applied to a design project which addresses a key challenge – such as an aging society, clean growth or the future of mobility.

By the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared to tackle the global issues facing our society. Materials engineer, research scientist, patent examiner – a degree in materials science and engineering can take you in a range of directions, where you’ll have the chance to make big changes.

Modules

Course Modules

Year 1
You'll study a range of core principles including:

EMS402U - Engineering Design

EMS410U - Experimental Design and Practice 1

EMS412U - Computational and Mathematical Modelling 1

EMS430U - Materials Engineering

EMS450U - Exploring Materials Science and Engineering

EMS420U - Experimental Design and Practice 2

EMS440U - Engineering and Materials Chemistry

EMS460U - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Assessment method

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework, written reports, projects, presentations, group work and exams.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Master of Engineering (with Honours) • Full-Time • Time abroad (mandatory) • 5 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
J52Y
Institution code:
Q50
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Queen Mary University of London 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
13 January 2027

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:
J52Y
Institution code:
Q50
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAA

Including Mathematics, and Physics or Chemistry

Excluded subjects - General Studies and Critical Thinking.

Please note:
You will also be expected to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 33 Merit: 12

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Both GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.

Extended Project

We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 36

6,6,6 at HL including HL Mathematics, and either Physics or Chemistry

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

Additional entry requirements

Other
This programme requires ATAS clearance. Students who are not EEA or Swiss nationals may require ATAS clearance to undertake this course. The CAH3 code for this course is CAH10-02-02. Further information on ATAS can be found on our Advice and Counselling webpages: https://www.welfare.qmul.ac.uk/guides/academic-technology-approval-scheme-atas/

English language requirements

All applicants to Queen Mary must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student and will require a Student Visa to enter the UK.https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/undergraduate-and-postgraduate-programmes/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our standard contextual offer: Grades ABB including AB in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry at A-Level.

Our enhanced contextual offer: Grades BBB including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry at A-Level.

Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.

More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contextualised admissions page below.

Learn more on the Queen Mary University of London website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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.

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