Overview

From hydrogen storage systems and ultra-scale wind turbines to next-generation aircraft platforms, lightweight vehicle structures, and rocket components, composites are breaking barriers where conventional materials have reached their limits.

With a strong emphasis on industry links and building fundamental knowledge through hands on-experience, this Composites Engineering course at the University of Bristol will prepare you to make an impact in a rapidly evolving industry. We welcome a diverse array of students from a wide variety of subject backgrounds and we can support you to transform into a composites engineer.

Your Path to a High-Impact Career

This close integration with industry will prepare you for exciting career opportunities worldwide. Whether your passion lies in designing next-generation transport systems, developing sustainable energy technologies, or leading aerospace innovations, you will graduate with the skills and knowledge to succeed. These opportunities extend to any industry where advanced materials are key to step-changing breakthroughs. Potential roles include composites design engineer, material specialist, structural analyst, manufacturing engineer, production engineer, or R&D leader - all highly sought after by top global employers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Composite Materials for Sustainability

Composites Design, Manufacture and Product Development

Research and Development

Technology Innovation in Practice

Artificial Intelligence Applications in Structures and Materials

Mechanics of Lightweight and Composite Structures

Smart Manufacturing Processes and Technologies

Renewable Energy Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-27 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-21 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Materials Science General Engineering & Technology View 305 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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85

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67

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6.5

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General requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree (60% or higher) or an international equivalent in an Engineering degree from one of the follow areas; Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Automotive, Structural, Civil, Manufacturing, Chemical, Physics, Textile, Composites, Materials (Metallurgy, Composites, Polymer), Science (Polymer Chemistry, Physics) or Design (Engineering, Industrial).

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34400 GBP / year

≈ 34400 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

14900 GBP / year

≈ 14900 GBP / year

Living costs

Bristol

United Kingdom

750 - 1260 GBP / 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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