Overview

On the Master of Materials Science and Engineering program from University of Newcastle students will gain an understanding of how the processing of a material influences its structure, properties and performance. They will learn to apply this knowledge to address challenging issues in a variety of fields, including education, vehicles, cosmetics, medicine, pharmacy, petroleum, steel, electronics, information technology, energy and environmental technologies, forensic engineering, and space science.

The Master of Materials Science and Engineering offers students the opportunity to participate in both coursework and research. Using state-of-the-art infrastructure available at the world-renowned Global Innovative Centre for Advanced Nanomaterials (GICAN) at the University of Newcastle, students will undertake research related to the design and discovery of new materials, such as advanced materials, nanomaterials, functional materials, biomaterials, drug carriers, photovoltaics, soft materials and useful metal alloys.

Career opportunities

Materials science and engineering expertise is in high demand across a range of industries and job roles including:

Defence

Medical technology

Environmental services

Catalysis

Petrochemical

Adsorption and separation

Metallurgist

Mining and minerals

Pharmaceuticals

Chemical engineering

Clean fuels

Energy technology (solar cells, batteries, super-capacitors and fuel cells)

Data analyst (financial and information).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Materials Characterisation Techniques

Industry Seminar

Multifunctional Advanced Nanomaterials

Applications of Nanomaterials: Energy and Environmental

Biomedical Applications of Nanomaterials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-26 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-13 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-22 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Materials Science General Engineering & Technology View 169 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 0100265

Applicants with a Bachelor Degree (AQF level 7) in a related Science and/or Engineering discipline area will be assessed by the Faculty.

If admitted into the program, applicants completing the General Pathway may be eligible for up to 40 units of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) reducing the program to 120 units.

Applicants completing the Research Specialisation will not be eligible for the 40 units of RPL and must complete the 160 unit program.

Applicants with a Bachelor Honours Degree/Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8), Master Degree (AQF Level 9) in a related Science and/or Engineering discipline area will be assessed by the Faculty on a case-by-case basis. Exact RPL can only be determined on application.

Tuition Fee

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International

45840 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 45840 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

34905 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34905 AUD per year during 24 months.

Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units)

Living costs for Newcastle

1333 - 2400 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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