Materials Science and Engineering
Queen Mary University of London
UCAS Code: J512 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Queen Mary University of London
UCAS Code: J512 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
Including Mathematics, and Physics or Chemistry Excluded subjects - General Studies and Critical Thinking. Please note: You will also be expected to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.
Access to HE Diploma
We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of five GCSE passes to include English at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
6,6,6 at HL including HL Mathematics, and either Physics or Chemistry
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About this course
Ever wondered how an F1 car can weigh so little? Or what an artificial heart valve is made of? This is the degree for you.
Look around you. Everything you see is manufactured from different materials. To make the world a better place, we need experts who can improve these materials to boost function while reducing waste and maximising efficiency. Join us to learn how, as a materials scientist and engineer.
Our materials department was the first in the UK. Studying with us, you’ll learn from a teaching team with extensive research and industrial experience. We’re home to several journal editors in chief, as well as fellows of the Royal Society and Royal Academy of Engineering. Our expertise influences everything from how Formula 1 tyres are made to the composites used in aeroplanes and suitcases.
Ready to shape the future?
You’ll build a strong foundation in fundamental engineering concepts such as mechanics, design, materials and mathematical modelling. At the same time, you’ll develop the practical skills all engineers need.
Everything you learn will be applied to a design project which addresses one of the challenges identified by the UK Government – artificial Intelligence and data, ageing society, clean growth and the future of mobility.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared to tackle the global challenges facing our society. Materials engineer, research scientist, patent examiner – a degree in materials science and engineering can take you in a whole range of directions where you’ll have the chance to create big changes.
Our Materials Science and Engineering programmes have been accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) under license from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.
Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).
An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Our BEng programmes meet the academic requirements for IEng and our MEng programmes meet the academic requirements for CEng.
Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.
Modules
Year 1
You'll study a range of core principles including:
EMS402U - Engineering Design
EMS410U - Experimental Design and Practice 1
EMS412U - Computational and Mathematical Modelling 1
EMS430U - Materials Engineering
EMS450U - Exploring Engineering
EMS420U - Experimental Design and Practice 2
EMS440U - Materials Chemistry
EMS460U - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
EMS499U - Skills for Engineers
You can look up module descriptions using our module directory.
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment methods
Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework, written reports, projects, presentations, group work and exams in the summer.
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Queen Mary University of London
Engineering and Materials Science
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