Masters by Research Materials and Structures
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
Our research expertise in Materials and Structures specialises in areas including Advanced Materials processing, nanoparticles with anti-bacterial and anti-microbial functionality, C-C and natural fibre composites, Biomedical Engineering (brain and muscle stimulation, condition monitoring techniques for humans), Civil Engineering Materials and Structures, Materials Recycling and Manufacturing and Operations Research. Established in 1997, Materials and Structures research at the University of Hertfordshire has been supported with grants from the European Union, EPSRC, DTI, EEDA, Innovate UK, KEEP and industry. Each student will be assigned a Principal and a second supervisor who are experts in the research topic.
The research will be conducted in our labs which are well-equipped for researc
Key highlights
- Research specialisms include nanoparticles with anti-bacterial and anti-microbial functionality
- Work on C-C and natural fibre composites or materials recycling
- Biomedical engineering research in brain and muscle stimulation
- Principal and second supervisor, both experts in your topic
- Research group backed by EU, EPSRC, Innovate UK and industry grants
- Research conducted in well-equipped specialist laboratories
Entry requirements
- Degree: 1st — to include relevant Engineering
- Degree: 2:1 — Strong applicants with a 2.1 qualification may also be considered.
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Materials Engineer
- Research Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Composites Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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