Program Overview

MEng Materials Science and Engineering

Overview

Europe's largest and most diverse university activity devoted to materials science

• Our MEng course is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM 3 ) as fully meeting the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng)/Chartered Scientist (CSci) status.
• Learn in our brand-new Home of Engineering and Materials . A purpose-built space for innovation and creativity that is transforming the way our students study, research and shape the world.
• Ranked in the Top 5 for Material Science in the UK by QS World University Ranking.

A Study Experience that Makes a Difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

• Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
• Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
• Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals , so no matter what you're studying you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

• Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
• Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
• Goal 15: Life on land

Entry Requirements

• Typical A-level offer: AAA including specific subjects
• Typical contextual A-level offer: AAB including specific subjects
• Refugee/care-experienced offer: ABB including specific subjects
• Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL, including specific requirements

Fees and Funding

• Scholarships available
• Accredited course

Application and Selection

• Duration: 4 years
• Year of entry: 2025
• UCAS course code: J501 / Institution code: M20

Course Details

• Learn in our brand-new Home of Engineering and Materials . A purpose-built space for innovation and creativity that is transforming the way our students study, research and shape the world.
• Ranked in the Top 5 for Material Science in the UK by QS World University Ranking.

Careers

• 90% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.
• 94% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 69% say staff value students views and opinions about the course.

Regulated by the Office for Students

The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high quality education that prepares them for the future and by protecting their interests. More information can be found at the OfS website.

School/Faculty Overview

Our internationally-renowned expertise across the School of Natural Sciences informs research led teaching with strong collaboration across disciplines, unlocking new and exciting fields and translating science into reality. Our multidisciplinary learning and research activities advance the boundaries of science for the wider benefit of society, inspiring students to promote positive change through educating future leaders in the true fundamentals of science. Find out more about Science and Engineering at Manchester .