Study materials science and engineering

The Master of Materials Science and Engineering offers students the opportunity to participate in both coursework and research. Using state-of-the-art infrastructure available at the world-renowned Global Innovative Centre for Advanced Nanomaterials (GICAN) at the University of Newcastle, students will undertake research related to the design and discovery of new materials, such as advanced materials, nanomaterials, functional materials, biomaterials, drug carriers, photovoltaics, soft materials and useful metal alloys.

This program will develop and train the next generation of material scientists and engineers, not only for Australia, but also as a significant source of intellectual talent for the global materials economy.

Students will gain an understanding of how?the processing of a material influences its structure,?properties and performance. They will?learn to apply?this?knowledge to address challenging issues in a variety of fields,?including education, vehicles, cosmetics, medicine, pharmacy, petroleum, steel, electronics, information technology, energy and environmental technologies, forensic engineering, and?space?science.

Why study with us?

• Study with a team of world-leading materials science experts in the Global Innovative Centre for Advanced Nanomaterials (GICAN) – learn how to develop advanced nanostructures for various applications across the energy, environment and health sectors.
• Learn from leading experts best in the field - including GICAN Global Innovation Chair and Director, Professor Ajayan Vinu.
• Project-based learning - students will have opportunities to engage with industry sponsored projects at the GICAN centre, as a part of their 1-year research project. This prepares our students for high pace industrial research and gain insights into the industrial work environment.
• Up skill for broader employment opportunities – this program was created specifically to address the needs and demands of?both individuals and?industry.
• Unique program offering – our program has been designed with new courses currently not offered by other major universities across Australia.
• Flexible study options – At the University of Newcastle, you can choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs.