Study location	United Kingdom, Sheffield
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MSc (Eng)

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A good honours degree in materials, metallurgy, chemistry, physics or a related engineering subject from an approved institution The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: Overall score of 176 or above, with at least 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. These should be supplied and signed by academic staff at institutions where you have studied previously. They must be presented on the official letter-headed paper of the relevant institution. If you have been out of education for the last two years, you can send one academic reference plus one from your current employer if you wish. CV

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. sheffield.ac.uk/..emistry-applications-msc

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

Modules

There may be some changes to these modules before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department.

Core modules

Solid State Chemistry
Functional and Structural Ceramics
Glasses and Cements
Science of Materials
Materials Processing and Characterisation
Materials Selection, Properties and Applications
Technical Skills Development
Heat and Materials
Research project in an area of your choice

Optional modules

Materials for Energy Applications
Nanomaterials

Teaching

Lectures
Seminars
Laboratory classes

Assessment

Formal exams
Coursework assignments
Dissertation