Materials Science with an Integrated Foundation Year

University of Manchester
Undergraduate MEng (Hon) Full-time 5 Years Materials science and engineering

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

Avg. Graduate Salary

£29,500

About this course

Materials Science with an Integrated Foundation Year is a one year programme designed to improve your mathematical and scientific understanding and skills to a level where you will be able to start a degree in the Department of Materials in one of the following subject areas:

  • Materials Science and Engineering, BSc

  • Materials Science and Engineering, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Biomaterials, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Corrosion, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Metallurgy, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Nanomaterials, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Polymers, MEng

  • Materials Science and Engineering with Textiles Technology, MEng

    On the Foundation Year you will study mathematics, physics and chemistry. In addition, you will take modules in Academic Skills and ICT (Information and Communications Technology). You will also complete a group project, related to your intended degree programme and supervised by an academic from your future Department.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: MEng (Hon)

    Location: Manchester

    Avg. Salary: £29,500

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc

    Location: Manchester

    Avg. Salary: £29,500

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2126 Aerospace engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Manchester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Materials science and engineering
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £29,500