- UCAS course code
- F013
- UCAS institution code
- M20
BSc/MEng Materials Science with an Integrated Foundation Year / Overview
Year of entry: 2024
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- Degree awarded
- Bachelor of Science/Master of Engineering
- Duration
- 1 (as part of 4/5 yr integrated degree programme)
- Typical A-level offer
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BBC where a student has 3 relevant subjects
BBB where a student has 2 relevant subjects
ABB where a student has 1 relevant subject
The subjects considered to be relevant are Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Computer Science. If you have any qualification queries, please contact us before making an application.
- Typical contextual A-level offer
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This course does not participate in the contextual offer scheme.
Find out more about contextual admissions. - Typical International Baccalaureate offer
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32 points overall with 5,5,5 at Higher Level, including at least one from Mathematics (either ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ are acceptable), Physics or Chemistry.
If Mathematics is not studied at Higher Level, then we would require Standard Level Mathematics (either ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ are acceptable) with Grade 6 or higher.
- How to apply
- Apply through UCAS .
- Sustainable Development Goals
Find out how this course aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including learning which relates to:
- Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
- Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
- Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
- UCAS course code
- F013
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Course overview
- Complete the Integrated Foundation Year and meet the specific progression criteria to guarantee a place on one of our materials science degrees.
- Take the next step in your education - on the Integrated Foundation Year you are an undergraduate at The University of Manchester.
- Improve your mathematical and scientific understanding to a level where you're able to progress to a materials science degree.
- You'll be taught at The University, by academics from The University.
Open days
You can view the recent undergraduate virtual open week recorded sessions here .
Fees
Tuition fees for home students commencing their studies in September 2024 will be £9,250 per annum. Tuition fees for international students will be £24,000 per annum. For general information please see the undergraduate finance pages.
Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
Scholarships/sponsorships
The Foundation Year Bursary is available to UK students who are registered on an undergraduate foundation year here and who has had a full financial assessment carried out by Student Finance.
Details of country-specific funding available to international students can be found within our International country profiles .
The University of Manchester is committed to attracting and supporting the very best students. We have a focus on nurturing talent and ability, therefore, we want to make sure that you have the opportunity to study here, regardless of your financial circumstances.
For information about scholarships please visit our undergraduate student finance pages and the Department funding pages that you intend to progress to after successfully completing the Foundation Year.
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.
Led by our innovative research, our teaching ensures that all our graduates are empowered, inspired and equipped to address the key socio-political and environmental challenges facing the world.
To illustrate how our teaching will empower you as a change maker, we've highlighted the key SDGs that our courses address.
Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Contact details
- School/Faculty
- School of Materials
- Telephone
- +44 (0)161 529 3043
- ug-materials@manchester.ac.uk
- Website
- http://www.materials.manchester.ac.uk/
- School/Faculty overview
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See: About Us
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