Master of Materials Science and Engineering
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
This program offers you the opportunity to participate in both coursework and research. You will have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art infrastructure. This is available at the world-renowned Global Innovative Centre for Advanced Nanomaterials (GICAN). You will undertake research related to the design and discovery of new materials, such as: - Advanced materials - Nanomaterials - Functional materials - Drug carriers - Photovoltaics - Soft materials - Useful metal alloys. This program will develop and train the next generation of material scientists and engineers.
Structure
The Master of Materials Science and Engineering program requires the completion of 160 units, which is comprised of two pathway options: The General Pathway: 60 units of Core courses, 40 units of Compulsory courses, 40 units of courses chosen from the Course List, and 20 units of Electives. The Research Specialisation: 60 units of Core courses, 80 units of compulsory courses, and 20 units of Electives.
Standard entry requirements
Applicants with a Bachelor Degree (AQF level 7) in a related Science and/or Engineering discipline area will be assessed by the Faculty.If admitted into the program, applicants completing the General Pathway may be eligible for up to 40 units of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) reducing the program to 120 units.Applicants completing the Research Specialisation will not be eligible for the 40 units of RPL and must complete the 160 unit program.Applicants with a Bachelor Honours Degree/Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8), Master Degree (AQF Level 9) in a related Science and/or Engineering discipline area will be assessed by the Faculty on a case-by-case basis. Exact RPL can only be determined on application.
