Materials Science and Engineering (with placement year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Materials Science and Engineering (with placement year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
The development of new and improved materials is at the heart of a huge range of technologies. These can be from the objects we use every day from food packaging, novel batteries and fuel cells that power electric vehicles, to more advanced materials for biomedical applications, such as implants.
Our Materials Science and Engineering degree will give you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the scientific, engineering and design aspects of materials, their structure, properties, processing, in-service behaviour and environmental imp...
The development of new and improved materials is at the heart of a huge range of technologies. These can be from the objects we use every day from food packaging, novel batteries and fuel cells that power electric vehicles, to more advanced materials for biomedical applications, such as implants.
Our Materials Science and Engineering degree will give you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the scientific, engineering and design aspects of materials, their structure, properties, processing, in-service behaviour and environmental impact.
At Loughborough, our course will take you from the fundamental science and engineering of materials to the cutting-edge of the subject. You will have access to our state-of-the-art experimental labs and be taught by world-leading academics. In year three, you will complete a research project on a specific topic of interest supervised by a member of the academic staff and potentially in collaboration with an industrial partner. Sustainability is embedded within our programmes as materials plays a key role in achieving targets such as Net Zero and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our degree will prepare you for careers in a wide range of sectors, including: aerospace, automotive, biomedical, energy and sustainability, consumer goods, sports, and defence. 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.
### What's the difference between MEng and BEng?
The first three years of our BEng and MEng degrees share the same content, format and structure, with a good mix of theory, application and practical content from day one. The MEng differs from the BEng course in the fourth year by offering the opportunity to study technical topics at a more advanced level. It is possible to transfer from a BEng to an MEng from the start of the course up to the end of the second year, providing that transfer progression criteria have been met.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A18-C90
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
ABB including two from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design Technology
T Level
Distinction Overall B in Core Component T Levels in Engineering and Manufacturing: Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control and Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing are considered.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths and English Language grade 4/C
Scottish Advanced Higher
AB including two from Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus Highers at majority A and B grades
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in a relevant subject: DD with Distinctions in all Maths units plus A Level Grade B in either Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design Technology Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Extended Project
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 (6,5,5 HL) including any two of Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design Technology at HL
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in a relevant subject: DDM with Distinctions in all Maths units. Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus A Level Grades AB to include two from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design Technology Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met.www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £29,750 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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