Materials Science and Engineering BEng (Hons)
Imperial College of Science
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Broaden your understanding of materials science and engineering (MSE) in this professionally accredited degree.
Our daily routines are built around the manufactured items we use, from cars and computers to more advanced technologies such as satellite communications.
This course examines how the invention and improvement of materials is helping solve real societal problems.
You'll engage with scientific and engineering aspects of the discipline to analyse how innovations are opening up new opportunities in fields including healthcare and transport.
You'll also explore how materials science is transforming technology in emerging areas such as biomedical engineering, 3D printing and robotics.
Through experimental work and individual and group projects, you'll learn how to manipulate existing materials and develop new and improved ones.
You'll become familiar with the cutting-edge tools used for advanced materials imaging and characterisation as you investigate the structure and properties of matter.
In your final year, you'll begin to specialise across a series of modules as you tailor the course towards your career interests.
The common structure of the first two years of our Materials degrees means that transfer between courses is usually possible during this time. If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your visa, but our International Student Support Team are here to help advise and support you.
Professional accreditation
This degree is professionally accredited by the IOM3 (The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining) on behalf of the Engineering Council. As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the Royal School of Mines on completion of this course.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Qualification requirements
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
English language requirements
| test | Grade |
|---|---|
| Cambridge English Advanced | |
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 |
| PTE Academic | 69 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 |
| Cambridge English Advanced | |
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 |
| PTE Academic | 69 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Materials Science and Engineering BEng (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £40940 | year 1 |
| International | £40940 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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Student composition of Imperial College of Science
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Total number of students enrolled at Imperial College of Science by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11625
- postgraduates:
- 9255
- Total:
- 20880
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Materials Science”: 750 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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FAQ about Materials Science and Engineering BEng (Hons) Imperial College of Science
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- Materials Science and Engineering BEng (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Imperial College of Science.