Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Course Details

The Master of Materials Science and Engineering offers students the opportunity to participate in both coursework and research. Using state-of-the-art infrastructure available at the world-renowned Global Innovative Centre for Advanced Nanomaterials (GICAN) at the University of Newcastle, students will undertake research related to the design and discovery of new materials, such as advanced materials, nanomaterials, functional materials, biomaterials, drug carriers, photovoltaics, soft materials and useful metal alloys. This program will develop and train the next generation of material scientists and engineers, not only for Australia, but also as a significant source of intellectual talent for the global materials economy.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: The Master of Materials Science and Engineering program requires the completion of 160 units, which is comprised of two pathway options: The General Pathway: 60 units of Core courses, 40 units of Compulsory courses, 40 units of Directed Courses, and 20 units of Electives. The Research Specialisation: 60 units of Core courses, 80 units of compulsory courses, and 20 units of Electives.