Program Overview

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Materials Science and Engineering, MEng (Hons)

The MEng Materials Science and Engineering degree at Swansea University is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the educational requirement for Further Learning for Engineering Council registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Course Overview

Successful innovation depends on the selection and performance of key materials. From cars, aeroplanes and cruise ships, to sports equipment and musical instruments, the right materials can help to define technological progress.

Materials Science and Engineering explores how the properties of matter can be controlled. It includes elements of physics and chemistry, connecting closely with most other areas of engineering.

This degree will prepare you for a rewarding career across engineering sectors including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, sports, and energy generation. The MEng is a four-year integrated degree that goes beyond the BEng, offering advanced technical and leadership skills, deeper specialisation, and a direct pathway to professional accreditation.

Why Materials Science and Engineering at Swansea?

• 5th in the UK for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2026)
• 9th in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2026)
• Top 131 in the World (QS World University Rankings 2025)
• 96% of Materials Engineering graduates are in employment and/or study, or doing other activities such as travelling 15 months after leaving Swansea University (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025)

Modules

The course offers a range of modules, including:

• Engineering for People Hackathon
• Introduction to Materials Engineering
• Materials Resources
• Engineering Analysis for Materials 1
• Engineering Analysis for Materials 2
• Design and Laboratory Classes 1
• Engineering Tutorials: Year 1
• Manufacturing Technology I
• Mechanical Properties of Materials
• Materials Practicals 1: structure / property links in metals
• Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry
• Case Studies in Materials

Entry Requirements

We consider all applicants on their own merits and welcome applications from students with a wide range of qualifications.

A level (or equivalent) typical offer

AAA-AAB

BTEC

DDD* to include a Distinction in Engineering Principles and Further Engineering Mathematics units

UK Access

In Engineering - Minimum of 39 Distinctions (Distinctions in all Maths modules), 6 Merits at Level 3

T Levels

Distinction and grade B in A Level Maths

Mixed Qualifications

136 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest scoring qualifications

International Baccalaureate

34 points

How You're Taught

At Swansea, you will benefit from a high-quality, research-informed education that combines a range of effective and inclusive teaching methods, carefully tailored to suit the needs of your course. Most courses are taught in person, on campus, giving you the opportunity to actively engage with other students, academic staff, and the wider university community.

You can expect a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions - including laboratory work, skills training, or studio-based teaching where relevant to your discipline. These sessions are designed to encourage active participation, collaboration, and the development of both subject-specific and transferable skills.

Careers and Employability

The Careers and Employability Team will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers' talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

Academic Support

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your personal tutor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

• Academic writing
• Maths and statistics
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Digital skills
• Presentation skills
• Note taking
• Revision, memory and exam techniques
• English language skills (if English is not your first language).

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the MEng Materials Science and Engineering degree do not cover costs incurred personally by the student such as the purchase of books or stationery, printing or photocopying costs.

4 Year Full Time

Start Date | UK | International
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September 2025 | £ 9,535 | £ 27,050
September 2026 | £ 9,535 | £ 28,400

5 Year Full Time With a Year Abroad

Start Date | UK | International
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September 2025 | £ 9,535 | £ 27,050
September 2026 | £ 9,535 | £ 28,400

5 Year Full Time With a Year in Industry

Start Date | UK | International
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September 2025 | £ 9,535 | £ 27,050
September 2026 | £ 9,535 | £ 28,400

Fees for full time undergraduate UK students may increase in subsequent years of study in line with the maximum regulated fee level set by the Welsh Government.

Funding and Scholarships

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

The Materials Engineering department offer a variety of scholarships throughout their degree programmes. These include entrance scholarships of up to £1500 for students with high A level grades (or equivalent), travel scholarships of £1000 for those on the year abroad schemes and high performance scholarships are given to students at the end of each year.

To find out more details on these scholarship opportunities please email [insert email].

Additional Costs

Access to your own digital device/the appropriate IT kit will be essential during your time studying at Swansea University. Access to wifi in your accommodation will also be essential to allow you to fully engage with your programme.

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but not limited to):

• Travel to and from campus
• Printing, photocopying, binding, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
• Purchase of books or texts
• Gowns for graduation ceremonies

Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the library. All software needed for the course is available on the Engineering network, for use within our PC rooms at Swansea University.

Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus and halls of residence.