Overview
Materials Science and Engineering (Hons) from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University fosters a deep understanding of the relationships between material synthesis, processing, structure, properties, and performance, grounded in core engineering principles and jobs in high demand in today’s rapidly evolving world. Graduates will be prepared to address global engineering challenges, contribute to sustainable technological advancements, and meet the increased demands of modern and exciting industries such as aerospace, renewable energy, AI-driven intelligent manufacturing, and health care.
Career:
Graduates of the BEng Materials Science and Engineering programme are equipped to drive innovation in cutting-edge fields such as advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, and biomaterials development. They pursue roles as materials engineers designing high-performance alloys for aerospace, computational scientists using AI to accelerate materials discovery, or sustainability specialists optimising eco-friendly manufacturing processes. Opportunities span industries like energy (battery technology, solar cells), health care (biocompatible implants), and high-tech (semiconductors, additive manufacturing). With interdisciplinary training in chemistry, physics, and AI, graduates address global challenges in sustainability, resource efficiency, and next-generation technologies, shaping careers in academia, industry, and policy.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Materials for Engineering
- Final Year Project
- Analytical Methods for Materials
- Critical Thinking and Applied Skills in Science Research
- Energy Materials
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Suzhou, China
Disciplines
Materials Science View 15 other Bachelors in Materials Science in ChinaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.
Year two entry:
Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.
A-level: BBB
IB Diploma: 30 points
AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests – High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents99000 CNY / year≈ 99000 CNY / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents99000 CNY / year≈ 99000 CNY / year
Living costs
Suzhou
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