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Course summary
- Understand the structure, properties, processing and performance of materials.
- Learn how to develop new or improved materials using advanced processing methods.
- Study the critical links between designing and creating new products, processes and structures.
There is always demand for new and improved engineering materials and this course gives you the skills to develop these materials using advanced processing methods.
How you learn
Course leaders and tutors
Iasmi Sterianou
Lecturer in Materials EngineeringDr Iasmi Sterianou joined Sheffield Hallam University in 2013 as a Lecturer in Materials Engineering
Applied learning
This course allows you to study part-time at the University and do one work-based learning module in your workplace each year. Your employer must agree to give you the time and technical support you need to do this work during the working week.
The course provides you with a sound knowledge of a wide range of metallic, ceramic, polymeric and composite materials.
After successfully completing this foundation degree, you can apply for two more years of part-time study to gain a BEng (Honours) Materials Engineering.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- materials engineering
- process management and control
- quality assurance
- research and development
- design
- technical liaison
- sales
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for industries such as
- energy
- aerospace
- electronics
- defence
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
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Entry requirements
All students
Normally five GCSE passes at grade C or Grade 4 or above including mathematics, science and English language plus,
• BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in a science or technology-based subject, including passes in mathematics and two other science or technology-based modules
Or
• At least two A levels, to include mathematics or other acceptable mathematics-based subject, plus at least one other from physics, physical science, engineering science, computer science, technology, chemistry or other science or technology subject. We accept AS levels. We accept General Studies.
The course leader and admissions tutor consider mature candidates, with other non-standard qualifications, individually on merit. The main requirement is that you have the ability and commitment to progress satisfactorily on the course.
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
Additional information for EU/International students
This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Modules
The modules for 2019/20 may vary to those given below, which are for academic year 2018/19
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Applied Engineering Mathematics | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Investigative Project | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Materials Science | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Principles Of Solid Mechanics And Dynamics | Credits: 20 |
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Year 2
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Materials And Manufacturing Engineering | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module: Maths For Materials And Design | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Mechanical Engineering Design And Cad | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Professional Practice (Wbl) Mmd | Credits: 20 |
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Final year
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Chemical And Thermodynamic Properties Of Materials | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Engineering Ceramics And Polymers | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Engineering Metallurgy | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Project | Credits: 20 |
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Fees and funding
Home/EU students
Our tuition fee for UK/EU students starting part-time study in 2019/20 is £6,170 per year.
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
Financial support for home/EU students
How tuition fees work, student loans and other financial support available.
Additional course costs
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