Biomaterials Science and Engineering
UCAS Code: JH5P
Master of Engineering - MEng
Entry requirements
A level
including two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
Access to HE Diploma
Typical requirement of 60 credits overall with 45 at Level 3 including 39 credits at Distinctions 6 at and Merit Level 3 units in two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry required. Applicants are considered individually.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
including two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
Extended Project
plus AAB including AA in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry at A level
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English at grade C or 4 and GCSE grade C or 4 in the other listed subject or grade B or grade 6, or equivalent, in Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with 6 in two of Higher Level Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
n Engineering or Applied Science plus A in A level Mathematics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Engineering or Applied Science + grade A in A Level Mathematics
Scottish Higher
plus grades AA in two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
plus grades AA including two of Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry at A level
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About this course
Sheffield’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering is among the UK’s top five for research output (Research Excellence Framework 2014). Our teaching staff are leading researchers who work closely with some of the biggest names in industry. Industry experts deliver seminars in the department. And our facilities are first-rate.
This course is about innovative healthcare applications for materials. It combines study of materials science with human anatomy, physiology and cell biology. All first-year students take part in the faculty’s Global Engineering Challenge, a team exercise designed to make you a better engineer. In the third year, you will work on group research and design projects, giving you a chance to apply your knowledge.
The MEng is accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) so it counts towards registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Our graduates work all over the world in aerospace, automotive, healthcare, construction and energy. Employers include Rolls-Royce, Airbus, Sheffield Forgemasters and Jaguar Land Rover.
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The University of Sheffield Bursary is available to home students who have a household income of £40,000 or less. You may also be eligible for an additional £250 per year depending on your postcode and grades. We use the details you submit to Student Finance and UCAS to assess your eligibility for a bursary. You don’t need to apply; if you’re eligible you’ll receive an award for each year of your course. If you're a care leaver, care for an ill or disabled family member or are estranged from your parents or guardian you may be eligible for an enhanced bursary of £4,500 per year. The University also offers a number of scholarships to help you fund your studies and enhance your learning experience. Use our Student Funding Calculator to check what funding your could be eligible for - www.sheffield.ac.uk/funding/calculator. Further information - www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-funding
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Materials Science and Engineering
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