Swansea,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BEng (Hons) Materials Science and Engineering with a Foundation Year in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University
Swansea University
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Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,750
(c. USD34,528.18)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Effective innovation hinges on choosing and utilizing the right materials. Whether in automobiles, aircraft, ships, sporting gear, or musical instruments, optimal materials play a crucial role in driving technological advancement.
Materials Science and Engineering investigates how to manipulate material properties, blending principles from physics and chemistry while intersecting with various engineering disciplines. The integrated Engineering Foundation Year serves as the initial phase of a four-year BEng program, not a standalone qualification, but a pathway to diverse engineering degrees. This program equips students for fulfilling careers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, sports, and energy production.
Throughout your studies, your growing analytical skills will merge with practical experience using cutting-edge tools, cultivating expertise essential for aerospace and related sectors.
Swansea's Materials Science and Engineering graduates unlock diverse career paths, including roles like Metallurgist, Product Development Scientist, Biomedical Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Patent Examiner, or Quality Manager.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
We accept a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds for the Engineering Foundation Year. Each application is considered on a case-by case basis, depending on the educational background and work experience of the applicant.
For A level or IB students, our standard offer is BCC at A level, or 26 at IB.
Students studying for BTEC or other vocational qualifications, who might not have the right pre-requisite Mathematical background for Year 1 entry, may also apply for this scheme. BTEC entry requirements for the Foundation Year are DDD, with D in all Mathematics modules.
All applicants are also expected to hold minimum B grades at GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and all sciences, including at least two A grades.
Mature students with relevant work experience, or access courses with a good mathematical and science content, are also considered for this scheme, an interview may be required.
32 UCAS tariff points at a minimum of GCE AS level. For subjects in Accounting and Finance, a minimum Grade C Maths GCSE is required, IELTS - 5.5 (Minimum of 5.5 in each component)
For A level or IB students, our standard offer is BCC at A level, or 26 at IB.
Students studying for BTEC or other vocational qualifications, who might not have the right pre-requisite Mathematical background for Year 1 entry, may also apply for this scheme. BTEC entry requirements for the Foundation Year are DDD, with D in all Mathematics modules.
All applicants are also expected to hold minimum B grades at GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and all sciences, including at least two A grades.
Mature students with relevant work experience, or access courses with a good mathematical and science content, are also considered for this scheme, an interview may be required.
32 UCAS tariff points at a minimum of GCE AS level. For subjects in Accounting and Finance, a minimum Grade C Maths GCSE is required, IELTS - 5.5 (Minimum of 5.5 in each component)
Tuition
GBP
25,750