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MRes Science and Engineering of Materials

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Become a materials specialist and tackle global challenges. Immerse yourself in exciting research with this MRes course.From planes and batteries to hip implants and electronics, you’ll learn how to develop advanced materials for diverse applications. We’ll prepare you for an exciting career as a materials specialist in a range of industries.Blend theory and practice to explore topics from materials modelling to surface engineering. We work closely with industrial partners, and you can experience the real-world potential of discoveries. Build your research skills with a major project in the University or in collaboration with a company. You can choose to have us provide the research supervisor and arrange facilities and resources. Or carry out your research project in an industrial research laboratory with both academic and industrial supervisors. You can choose this option if you’re seconded from industry.

Application deadline

01/06/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 29,310per year

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

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Materials Technology

    4th out of 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    145 64%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    4th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.38 85%

    2nd

    2

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