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Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing
University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom
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Program Details
- Degree
- Masters
- Major
- Materials Engineering | Manufacturing Technology | Materials Science
- Area of study
- Engineering | Manufacturing and Processing
- Course Language
- English
Program Overview
Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (NSCI0014)
Key Information
- Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
- Teaching department: Mathematical and Physical Sciences
- Credit value: 15
- Restrictions: This module is open to students undertaking MSc Advanced Materials Science and MSc Advanced Materials Science (Energy Storage) only.
Alternative Credit Options
There are no alternative credit options available for this module.
Description
This module presents the process principles and practical knowledge in advanced materials processing and manufacturing, including industrial processing of materials, surface engineering, and additive manufacturing, highlighting materials properties and performance during in-service, as well as life cycle design. The understanding of the processing of materials will be reinforced by hands-on laboratory experience of selected materials processing and surface coating technology. Students will also be exposed to industrial guest speakers giving seminars on the use of industrial processing and manufacturing methods of commercial products and devices, essential for a successful career in advanced material development and manufacturing.
Module Deliveries for 2026/27 Academic Year
- Intended teaching term: Term 1
- Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)
Teaching and Assessment
- Mode of study: In person
- Methods of assessment:
- 70% In-class activity (7 assessments)
- 30% Group activity
- Mark scheme: Numeric Marks
Other Information
- Number of students on module in previous year: 172
- Module leader: Dr Georgios Nikiforidis
Last Updated
This module description was last updated on 10th March 2026.
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