Overview

It seeks to train specialist engineers with highly technical and scientific preparation in an intrinsically multidisciplinary field and with a high capacity for adaptation, both in research, development and innovation and in professional activity.

Key facts

After obtaining the Materials Engineering master’s degree, the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid graduates will:

Be qualified to lead the innovation and development processes in advanced structural and functional materials in multiple applications with great social impact.

Have all the knowledge, skills and competences necessary to carry out research work in leading research centers in materials science and engineering, as well as in laboratories or companies for the development, characterization, production and quality control of materials.

Have the necessary qualification to carry out advisory or managerial functions in industries related to materials science and technology.

Gain access to PhD programs at participating institutions, and foster their future careers in academia or industry.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Microstructural Characterization

Properties of Materials

Nanocomposites and Nanostructured Hybrid Materials

Forensic Engineering

Structural Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-09 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

Materials Science General Engineering & Technology View 26 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Spain

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Graduates with a minimum of 240 ECTS credits in the fields of science or engineering (Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Physical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering, among others).

Knowledge of English is required (B2 or equivalent).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9300 EUR / year

≈ 9300 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1140 EUR / year

≈ 1140 EUR / year

Living costs

Madrid

Spain

745 - 1260 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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