Bachelor of Science / Master of Engineering (BSc/MEng)

BSc/MEng Materials Science with an Integrated Foundation Year

Begin your Materials Science journey and secure yourself a place on your chosen degree by studying it with an Integrated Foundation Year
  • Duration: 1 (as part of 4/5 yr integrated degree programme)
  • Year of entry: 2025
  • UCAS course code: F013 / Institution code: M20
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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.

A study experience that makes a difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

  • Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
  • Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
  • Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, so no matter what you're studying you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

  • Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
  • Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
  • Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

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The University holds undergraduate open days regularly where you have the opportunity to find out more about our courses, the support we offer and see our facilities. Attending an open day is a great way to find out what studying at Manchester is like. Find out about our upcoming open days .

You can view the recent undergraduate virtual open week recorded sessions here .

Contact details

School/Faculty
School of Materials
Telephone
+44 (0)161 529 3043
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Website
http://www.materials.manchester.ac.uk/
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