Materials Science and Engineering (Hons) Loughborough University

Overview

At  Loughborough University , the Materials Science and Engineering (Hons)  degree will take you from the fundamental science and engineering of materials, to the cutting-edge of the subject. During your time with us, you will have access to our state-of-the-art experimental labs to complement your lectures and will be taught by world-leading academics whose influence extends outside of the lecture theatre. 

Key Facts

In year three, students will complete a research project on a specific topic of interest supervised by a member of academic staff, potentially in collaboration with an industrial partner.

The degree prepares our students for careers in a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, energy and sustainability, consumer goods, sports, and defence, and our graduates go on to work in large and small companies in the UK and internationally. Some remain in the Higher Education sector to continue their research into Materials Engineering. 

Your future career:

• The graduates are keenly sought after by high profile engineering companies who know from past experience that Loughborough graduates are enthusiastic and equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive contribution to their organisation.

• The Materials Science and Engineering course will give you a diverse and varied set of skills that are applicable to a variety of career paths. This includes project management, teamwork, leadership, business acumen and people management, as well as technical expertise, setting you up for a successful future.

• The Materials Science and Engineering course prepares you for a wide range of careers, either as a materials specialist, who are in short supply in industry, or as a high-quality engineering graduate, flexible across a wide range of industries and job roles. The course also contains a proportion of management modules and develops your transferable skills to enable you to fit in well in the workplace and quickly build a career.