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Materials Science and Engineering with a Year Abroad - MEng (Hons)

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

    Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

  • Location

    Bay Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

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. As you progress, your developing analytical abilities will combine with hands-on experience of advanced equipment, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment in the wider industry.Graduates of Materials Science and Engineering at Swansea are set on course for a range of stimulating career opportunities. Your future could lie in any of the following roles: Metallurgist, Product Development Scientist, Research Scientist, Biomedical Engineer, Patent Examiner and Quality Manager. Our graduates go on to have interesting and varied careers at companies such as, Tata Steel, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, Atkins, GE Aviation, Mott MacDonald and Babcock International Group. 97% of our graduates are in work or further study 6 months after graduating with their average salary being £24,000 (16/17 Graduate DLHE).

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 25,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales

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Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    General Engineering

    20th out of 34

    9th out of 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    117 53%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.14 79%

    8th

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    95 44%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    9th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.38 85%

    2nd

    1

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