The MEngSc in Materials Science and Engineering at University College Dublin is designed for ambitious students seeking to master the intricate relationship between material structure and macroscopic properties. You will delve into a field critical for advancing technologies from additive manufacturing and nanotechnology to biomedical devices. This postgraduate programme equips you with expertise in fundamental materials science and its real-world engineering applications, covering metals, ceramics, composites, and semiconductors. You will benefit from a School renowned for innovation, substantial research funding, and leadership in advanced manufacturing, preparing you to tackle complex challenges in materials engineering.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, integrating core modules in materials science and engineering with a substantial research project. You will explore advanced topics such as technical ceramics, polymer engineering, and computational continuum mechanics, alongside specialised areas like nanomaterials or biomaterials, depending on your chosen options. Through hands-on research skills and techniques, you will develop the analytical and problem-solving capabilities essential for a career in materials innovation. You will graduate prepared for roles in research and development, advanced manufacturing, and technology sectors, equipped with the knowledge to drive future material advancements.