Bangor University

MSc Nanotechnology and Microfabrication

Bangor University

Course overview

This one-year, full-time MSc in Electronic Engineering at Bangor University gives graduates both the knowledge and practical skills needed for nanotechnology and microfabrication, which means working at extremely small scales. The course uses a very hands-on approach and includes many practical exercises and real-world examples.

Bangor University is one of the very few universities in the UK that offers direct, hands-on experience making devices in a special clean room and operating laser micro-machining equipment. This excellent practical training, which is usually assessed through practical reports, project work, and a final written dissertation, has been praised by external examiners and will prepare students to design and build small-scale devices.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and outline other relevant information regarding their studies, interests, and experiences. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required to support the application. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirement:

  • This degree is aimed at candidates who have gained an Honours degree at a 2:1 level or higher (or the international equivalent) in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a closely related scientific discipline.

  • Applicants with initial degrees in other subjects will be considered individually, with the assessment based on their potential to succeed in the course.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from outside the UK must show English competence equal to an IELTS overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each part.

  • An appropriate pre-sessional English course is available if candidates do not meet this standard.

Scholarships

  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research

    20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Heads of School Scholarship

    10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Inclusive Bangor Scholarships

    Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.

  • Refugee Scholarship

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Electronic Engineering from Bangor University will have a strong understanding of current industry methods and future trends, with special skills in numerical and multiphysics modelling. Major career paths include:

  • Nanotechnology Research and Development (R&D)

  • Optical Communications and Telecommunications

  • Microscale Device Design and Manufacturing

  • Government Research Facilities (e.g., GCHQ)

  • Further Postgraduate Study (MPhil or PhD)

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for the MSc Electronic Engineering from Bangor University is £22,500 for international students. Fees are subject to annual increase.

Admission

Admission to this master's degree is done directly through the university's online application system. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.

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