Cranfield University

MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications

Cranfield University

Course overview

The MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications at Cranfield University is a one-year, full-time master’s course for students who want to work with high-performance materials in industries like aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing. The course teaches how to design, test, and apply materials for real uses.

The MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications at Cranfield University includes topics like the structure and properties of materials, failure analysis and testing, surface engineering and coatings, manufacturing processes and research methods. You will gain practical skills and a deep understanding of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites.

Students learn through lectures, labs, workshops, and projects. You’ll be tested through reports, presentations, practicals, and written exams.  As a final project, students complete a research project that focuses on solving a real engineering problem. The final project also counts toward your grade.

Entry requirements

Applicants must upload academic transcripts, submit a personal statement, and provide one reference 

Grade Requirements:

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in a related discipline such as engineering, materials science, or a related subject. Equivalent international qualifications may be accepted.

Applications from candidates with relevant work experience in combination with a degree that does not meet the minimum entry requirement will be considered.

English Proficiency:

IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in all skill components. Other equivalent English language proficiency tests are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Airbus Master’s Student Bursary

    €3,000 tuition fees.

  • Alumni Discounts

    The 20% course fee discount is available to Cranfield University and Cranfield School of Management graduates.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Antony and Amanda Jenkins MBA Scholarship for Women Leaders

    Up to £10,000 towards the tuition fees (2 scholarships available).

  • Championing Diversity Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Changemaker Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Cranfield ALCS International Scholarship

    This scholarship offers a 20% fee discount to applicants holding an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Cranfield College of Aeronautics Heritage Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee bursary.

    Up to £5,000

  • Cranfield Excellence International Scholarships

    50 Scholarships of £10,000 and £15,000

  • Cranfield Excellence Merit Scholarships

    Funding value: up to £10,000 for international applicants and 20% for all nationals paying Home Fees.

  • Cranfield Faraday, Anderson and Parker Scholarship

    Up to £5500 towards tuition fee.

  • Delta Foundation Chevening Scholarship Taiwan

  • Frank Whittle Scholarships for the Cranfield Thermal Power MSc

    Up to 50% of the tuition fees for the MSc Thermal Power and Propulsion.

  • Global Clinical Supplies Group Scholarship

    £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship in Aerospace Dynamics

    A £10,000 contribution towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Mister Gees Foundation Scholarships

    £5000 towards tuition fees for a UK or international student studying a full-time Water and Wastewater Processes MSc - Environmental Science route.

    Up to £5,000

  • Norman C.T. Liu Women in Aviation Scholarship

    £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Relithan (Technology) Scholarship

    £20,000 fund for both 25/26 and 26/27 starts.

    Up to £20,000

  • Sir Peter Gregson Scholarship

    Four Scholarships of £16,000 for a PhD.

    Up to £16,000

  • The Boeing Global Engagement Scholarship

    Funding value - up to £5,000 toward tuition fees.

  • The Professor Joe Nellis CBE MBA Scholarship

    Up to £10,000 towards tuition fees (one scholarship per year available).

Career opportunities

Graduates of MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications from Cranfield University can work in:

  • Aerospace and automotive companies
  • Materials manufacturing and supply
  • Energy and power industries
  • Research and development
  • Defence and construction sectors
  • Product design and testing

Cost of study

The cost of studying MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications at Cranfield University is £27,910 for international students.

Admission

To apply for the Cranfield University MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications course, the application can be submitted online on the school website. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.

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