Materials Science and Engineering BEng
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
It covers scientific and engineering aspects, exploring advancements in fields like healthcare, transport, and emerging technologies. Professionally accredited by IOM3, the program prepares graduates for careers in diverse sectors including aerospace, healthcare, R&D, and manufacturing. Graduates also receive the Associateship of the Royal School of Mines (ARSM).
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This BEng Materials Science and Engineering degree is professionally accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council. It provides a comprehensive understanding of materials science and engineering (MSE), examining how the invention and improvement of materials helps solve real societal problems. The program delves into the scientific and engineering aspects of the discipline, analyzing how innovations are opening up new opportunities in fields like healthcare and transport. It also explores how materials science is transforming technology in emerging areas such as biomedical engineering, 3D printing, and robotics.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Core Modules:
- Mathematics and Computing
- Performance of Structural Materials
- Engineering Practice
- Fundamentals of Processing
- Structure 1
- Properties 1
Year 2:
- Core Modules:
- Mathematics and Computing 2
- Engineering Practice 2
- Materials Characterisation
- Properties 2
- Structure 2
- Performance of Functional Materials
Year 3:
- Core Modules:
- Materials Processing
- Processing Laboratory
- Theory and Simulation of Materials
- Managerial Economics
- Research Techniques
- Optional Modules:
- Engineering Alloys
- Ceramics and Glasses
- Nanomaterials
- Surfaces and Interfaces
- Optoelectronic Materials
- Mathematics and Quantum Mechanics
- Biomaterials It is fully integrated into the course's curriculum and counts as credit towards the degree.
Assessment:
Year 1:
- 40% Coursework
- 60% Examination
Year 2:
- 35% Coursework
- 65% Examination
Year 3:
- 38% Coursework
- 62% Examination
Assessment Methods:
- Laboratory performance
- Laboratory reports
- Online programming tests
- Written coursework
- Group project reports
- Written examinations
- Poster presentations
- Oral presentations
Teaching:
- Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Laboratory work
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Group work
Careers:
- Career Opportunities:
- Aerospace
- Healthcare
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Nanotechnology
- Biomedical materials
- Energy materials
- Quantum technologies
- Automotive engineering
- Software development engineering
- Management consulting
- Manufacturing and technology
- Graduate Outcomes:
- 97% of Imperial Materials graduates are in work or further study.
- 91% of Imperial Materials graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
Other:
- Professional Accreditation:
- This degree is professionally accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council.
- It partially meets the academic requirement for professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
- BEng graduates will need to undertake further study after graduating to demonstrate that their knowledge is at Master's degree level.
- Associateship:
- Graduates receive the Associateship of the Royal School of Mines (ARSM) upon completion of the course.
- Transfer Between Courses:
- Transfer between courses is usually possible at set points during the degree due to the common structure of the first two years.
- Department of Materials Website:
- Virtual Tour:
- A self-guided virtual tour of the Department of Materials facilities is available online.