Materials Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hons)
Loughborough University of Technology
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Materials Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hons) and other courses in Materials Technology at Loughborough University of Technology for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Materials Technology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Materials Technology courses of Loughborough University of Technology
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Materials Technology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Materials Technology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28500 | £33000 | £37500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26000 - £40000 | £26000 - £36500 | £32000 - £44500 |
All Materials Technology courses of Loughborough University of Technology
Salary of all UK Graduates of Materials Technology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29682 | £30618 | £35727 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £27125 - £33625 | £24765 - £37029 | £27900 - £45182 |
All Materials Technology courses in the UK
Course Description
This course is primarily for candidates who have not studied the prerequisite subjects needed for first year entry, or have not met their expected entrance requirements due to adverse situations, or because of their performance sporting commitments, as well as mature students returning to education or care leavers.
Completing a foundation year will enable you to progress onto the main Materials Engineering degree programmes, provided the relevant progression criteria are met.
Our foundation course is taught in-house by University staff including specialist Foundation teaching staff. As a student on the course you will be a full member of the University, with the same access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities and support departments.
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials. During the year you will undertake modules in Applicable Mathematics, Physics, Materials with Engineering Science and a choice of Programming with Electronics or Programming with Design, or Chemistry.
Completing foundation can be a real attribute to your overall degree success; it not only opens doors to courses that may have previously looked closed, but also provides a sound base on which to establish a successful academic career. Many who have completed the foundation pathway have also said how beneficial it was to them in supporting their transition into University life.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Materials Technology courses of Loughborough University of Technology
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Materials Technology courses of Loughborough University of Technology
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Materials Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hons) at Loughborough University of Technology
| 60% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Materials Technology
All Materials Technology courses of Loughborough University of Technology
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 5.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 7.0
- MSc Media and Cultural Analysis, BSc Business and Management
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Materials Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The fees stated above are for the 2023/24 academic year; fees for 2024/25 have not yet been confirmed by the UK government. We will update this information as soon as it is available. The fee provided is for the foundation year only. Please see individual course pages for subsequent fee information. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment.
While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| 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.
University Rankings
Positions of Loughborough University of Technology in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Loughborough University of Technology in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #19
- #299
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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- #18
- #401
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- Materials Science
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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- #7
- #7
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- Materials Technology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
See all 32 university rankings of Loughborough University of Technology
About Loughborough University of Technology
Founded in 1909, Loughborough University is located in the city of the same name, situated between Leicester and Nottingham. The university operates from two distinct campuses; the primary one in Loughborough, and the other in London. In the main Loughborough campus students enjoy access to up-to-date facilities such as their advanced SSEHS research laboratory, Pilkington Library, and numerous snack and restaurant options throughout the campus.
Student composition of Loughborough University of Technology
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Total number of students enrolled at Loughborough University of Technology by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 14460
- postgraduates:
- 3300
- Total:
- 17760
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Materials Engineering”: 260 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Biomaterials Engineering (with placement year) BEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 100% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £27250 | 179 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time Sandwich |
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Biomaterials Engineering BEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 73% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £27250 | 179 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Materials Science and Engineering with Industrial Experience BEng (Hons) | Queen Mary University of London | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | - | 118 | London | On campus Full-time Sandwich |
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Materials Science and Engineering BEng (Hons) | Queen Mary University of London | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | - | 136 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Materials Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 72% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | - | 179 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Materials Science and Engineering with a Year Abroad BEng (Hons) | Queen Mary University of London | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | - | 118 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023