Overview
About this course
The PGCert in Nanotechnology at the University of Oxford is a unique, mainly online, part-time course aimed at professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds who wish to learn more about the foundations of nanotechnology, technological advances and the applications it enables.
The course has been developed to introduce fundamental material essential to the understanding of nanotechnology. Its content has been designed to enhance career development that is recognised and accepted within industry, and there are opportunities to access cutting-edge research and current practice in a wide range of nanotechnology topics.
The online components of this course can be taken from anywhere in the word by those seeking a solid foundation in nanotechnology. Its modular structure provides flexibility while a tutor-led approach lends cohesion and depth to the distance learning experience which has been tailored to enable busy people in full-time employment to study.
This flexible programme is delivered by Begbroke Science Park and the Department for Continuing Education. The online components are delivered through a bespoke virtual learning environment and Adobe Connect, which are supported by a dedicated IT support helpdesk.
www.conted.ox.ac.uk/postgraduate-certificate-in-nanotechnology
Programme Structure
The three modules are:
- The Wider Context of Nanotechnology
- The Fundamental Science of Nanotechnology
- Fundamental Characterisation for Nanotechnology
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 10 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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- Applications may remain open after this deadline if places are still available
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Materials Science & Engineering Molecular Sciences Nanoscience and Nanotechnology View 149 other Masters in Materials Science & Engineering in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a mathematical or physical sciences discipline, eg mathematics, materials science, physics, chemistry, or engineering.
- Applicants with an undergraduate degree in biology, pharmacy, medicine or business must demonstrate at least A-level (or equivalent) knowledge in mathematics and physics.
- Alternatively, students will have some practical experience in related fields. This experience would be demonstrated by publications or approximately five years of employment in a related field.
- For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA normally sought is 3.6 out of 4.0.
Tuition Fee
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International
10255 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10255 GBP per year during 10 months. -
National
10255 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10255 GBP per year during 10 months.
Living costs for Oxford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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