MSc (Eng)Aerospace Materials
Study location | United Kingdom, Sheffield |
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Type | Master courses, full-time |
Nominal duration | 1 year |
Study language | English |
Awards | MSc (Eng) |
Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A good honours degree in materials, metallurgy, chemistry, physics or a related engineering subject from an approved institution. A good honours degree in dentistry or medicine is also acceptable. 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. |
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Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component |
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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 |
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Overview
This course gives you the grounding you need for a career in the industry.
You’ll develop your knowledge of the manufacturing, processing and properties of the metals and composite materials used in airframes and aeroengines.
You’ll also be trained in the fundamentals of thermodynamics, structure and mechanical behaviour.
We will help you to develop skills that provide a solid foundation for your professional development through tutorials, laboratory work, lectures and masterclasses, delivered by industry professionals and colleagues from the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) with Boeing.
Plus there will be the opportunity to base your dissertation on research projects with such industrial partners.
Programme structure
Core modules
There may be some changes to these modules before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department.
Aerospace Metals
Design and Manufacture of Composites
Science of Materials
Materials Processing and Characterisation
Materials Selection, Properties and Applications
Technical Skills Development
Heat and Materials with Application
Advanced Materials Manufacturing Parts I and II
Research project in an area of your choice
Teaching
Lectures
Seminars
Laboratory classes
Assessment
Formal exams
Coursework assignments
Dissertation