| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-25 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
It equips students with a deep understanding of their physical principles and applications, offering a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills through cutting-edge research, collaborations with industry leaders, and a dedicated research project. This prepares graduates for successful careers in diverse sectors where innovative material properties play a crucial role, particularly in sustainability and energy-related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc in Advanced Materials at the University of Exeter aims to equip students with the skills necessary to become successful materials scientists and engineers.
Objectives:
- Enhance knowledge of the physical principles of advanced materials and metamaterials.
- Gain practical insights into contemporary real-world problems and how innovative solutions can be facilitated through novel material properties.
- Benefit from Exeter's interdisciplinary research expertise, industrial partners, and connections with the wider metamaterials community.
Outline:
The MSc Advanced Materials program is designed to provide a well-balanced understanding of the physics of advanced materials across various regimes, including electromagnetism, acoustics, elasticity, and quantum. It also incorporates an engineering perspective on their applications.
Course Structure:
The program is a 12-month full-time course. It consists of compulsory and optional modules.
Compulsory Modules:
- PHYM016 Physics of Advanced Materials: 15 credits
- PHYM502 Frontiers in Physics Research: 15 credits
- PHYM017 Modelling for Advanced Materials: 15 credits
- ENGM016 Metamaterials: 15 credits
- PHYM018 Design and Application of Metamaterials: 15 credits
- ENGM017 Composite Materials: 15 credits
- PHYM019 Research Project: 60 credits
Optional Modules:
Students can choose 30 credits from the following:
- PHY3064 Nanostructures and Graphene Science: 15 credits
- ENGM026 Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship: 15 credits
- ENGM002 Advanced Communication Systems: 15 credits
- ENG3004 Engineering Electromagnetics: 15 credits
- ENG3022 Finite Element Analysis for High Value Manufacturing: 15 credits
- ENGM023 Sustainable Manufacturing: 15 credits
- PHYM003 Condensed Matter II: 15 credits
- PHYM015 Quantum Optics and Photonics: 15 credits
- PHY3071 Soft Matter: 15 credits
- ENGM010 Data-Centric Engineering: 15 credits
- ENGM001 Additive Manufacturing: 15 credits
- PHY2037 Nonlinear Optics and Imaging: 15 credits
Assessment:
The assessment methods for each module may vary. The program includes a significant research project component, which allows students to contribute to ongoing research within the Centre for Metamaterials Research and Innovation (CMRI).
Teaching:
The program is taught by research-active academics leading in the advanced materials and metamaterials field. Students benefit from a dynamic teaching and research environment, engaging with academics and industry leaders through seminars, workshops, and tutorials. They also attend departmental, national, and international colloquia.
Careers:
The MSc Advanced Materials program prepares students for a range of impactful roles in the private and public sectors. The program emphasizes the transformative potential of advanced materials and metamaterials, particularly in areas related to sustainability, energy efficiency, storage, generation, harvesting, and conversion.
Industry Connections:
The program benefits from the CMRI's extensive links with regional and national employers. Graduates have secured successful careers in various industries and organizations, including QinetiQ, Snap Inc, Quantum Brilliance, Diabetes UK, Dstl, Institute of Cancer Research, COMSOL, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, GALGUS, BAE Systems, and academic institutions worldwide.
Careers Support:
Students receive support from the Career Zone team, which provides career guidance, one-on-one support, and access to business and industry contacts. The Career Zone also hosts training events, workshops, and lectures to enhance enterprise acumen.
Other:
The program is part of the Centre for Metamaterials Research and Innovation (CMRI) at Exeter, a community of academic, industrial, and governmental partners that harness research excellence from theory to application. The CMRI enables simulation, measurement, and fabrication of metamaterials and metamaterial-based devices. Their academic expertise spans electromagnetism, acoustics, and fluidics, with applications in imaging, sensing, spectroscopy, acoustic and RF signature reduction, energy storage and harvesting, passive cooling, low-power computing, lightweighting in aviation, and waste heat recovery.
2024/25 entry UK fees per year: £12,100 full-time International fees per year: £27,500 full-time
University of Exeter
Overview:
The University of Exeter is a public research university located in Exeter, Devon, England. It is a member of the Russell Group of leading research-intensive universities in the UK. The university is known for its strong academic reputation, particularly in the fields of law, business, and environmental sciences.
Services Offered:
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Student website:
Provides access to information and resources for current students.ELE (Exeter Learning Environment):
An online platform for accessing course materials, submitting assignments, and communicating with instructors.Email web access:
Allows students to access their university email accounts.Payment portal:
Enables students to make payments for tuition fees and other expenses.MyExeter (student app):
A mobile app that provides access to various student services and information.Library:
Offers a comprehensive collection of books, journals, and other resources.SID (Student Information Database):
A system for managing student records and accessing personal information.Timetable:
Allows students to view their class schedules.Programme and module information:
Provides details about academic programs and courses.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Exeter offers a vibrant and diverse student experience. Students can expect:
Active student societies:
A wide range of clubs and societies cater to various interests.Sports facilities:
The university has excellent sports facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, and sports fields.Campus events:
Regular events and activities are organized throughout the year, including concerts, lectures, and social gatherings.Accommodation options:
The university provides a variety of accommodation options for students, both on and off campus.Wellbeing services:
The university offers a range of support services for student wellbeing, including counseling and mental health support.Key Reasons to Study There:
Excellent academic reputation:
The University of Exeter is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK.World-leading research:
The university is renowned for its research, particularly in areas such as environmental sciences, law, and business.Vibrant student life:
The university offers a diverse and engaging student experience with a wide range of clubs, societies, and events.Beautiful campus setting:
The university's campuses are located in picturesque settings, with easy access to the city of Exeter and the surrounding countryside.Strong career support:
The university provides excellent career support services to help students find employment after graduation.Academic Programs:
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
English, History, Classics, Philosophy, Music, Drama, and more.Social Sciences:
Law, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, and more.Science and Engineering:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, and more.Medicine and Health:
Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and more.Business and Management:
Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, and more.Other:
- The university has three main campuses: Streatham Campus, St Luke's Campus, and Penryn Campus.
- The university is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on environmental issues.
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The university has a strong international reputation and attracts students from all over the world.
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Academic Programs:
While the context mentions some general disciplines, it does not provide a detailed outline of the key academic programs and strengths of the institution.
Entry Requirements:
- **Applicants are required to have a 2:1 degree in Physics, Natural Science, Engineering, Materials Science, Maths or Chemistry (with a significant component of Physical Chemistry).
- **Applications will also be considered from candidates with a 2:2 in these subject areas or if they have additional industrial experience.
- Prerequisite experience needed:
- Basic mathematics for physics: single and multi-variable calculus (differentiation and integration), trigonometry, complex numbers, vectors, vector calculus, Taylor and Fourier series, Fourier transforms.
- Introductory scientific computing: data handling, simple statistics (computing means and variances), plotting functions and histograms, writing simple programs in a general-purpose programming language e.g. Python or C++.
- **International students may require an ATAS certificate.
