Materials Science and Engineering (Part-time)

TOEFL iBT: 90. TOEFL iBT is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.

PTE Academic: 60. PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.

IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Materials Science

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Overview

On this Materials Science and Engineering (Part-time) programme from Sheffield Hallam University you'll undertake intensive study into a specific, chosen area of materials science and engineering. You'll benefit from expert tutelage, cutting-edge facilities and a supportive research community. Your finished work will stand alongside widely acclaimed MERI publications - a high proportion of which have been considered 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.

Key facts

• Undertake a period of intensive, supervised study as part of Sheffield Hallam's research community
• Study at the internationally-recognised Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI)
• Take the opportunity to work closely with industrial partners, including regular site work
• Examine advanced materials, treatments and coatings for use in engineering

Careers and opportunities

Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for

• TWI
• Bodycote
• Rolls Royce
• Outokumpo
• Arconic
• Eisenbau Kramer
• RWE
• ATI Speciality Metals

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Programme Structure

Curriculum

• Independent research
• Mentoring with your supervisory team
• Laboratory training
• Research training, including mandatory ethics and integrity sessions
• Teacher training
• Participation in the MERI Research Colloquium - presenting posters and oral presentations

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Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GPA: Upper Second Class

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test: 120. The Duolingo English Test is a convenient, fast, and affordable English proficiency test trusted by top universities around the world. Take it online in just one hour—anywhere, any time. Scores are reported out of 160 in 5 point increments.
• TOEFL iBT: 90. TOEFL iBT is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
• PTE Academic: 60. PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.
• IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).

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Other requirements

General requirements

• All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).
• All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.
• Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees for the relevant research area or centre, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.

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Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: 17,714 AUD / year (≈ 9,300 GBP / year)
• Domestic: 4,989 AUD / year (≈ 2,619 GBP / year)

Living costs

Sheffield, United Kingdom: 1,057-1,861 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

• Postgraduate Study Discounts - Provided by university - Grant: 2000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - Merit-based - Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, United Kingdom
• Performance Athlete Support Programme - Provided by university - Grant: 1350 GBP - Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 - Merit-based - Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, United Kingdom
• Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 - U.S. government - Location not available
• ServiceScape Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 - ServiceScape - Location not available
• ACES Scholarships - Independent provider - Grant: 3500 USD - Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 - ACES Education Fund - Location not available
• Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified - OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation - Location not available
• Scholarships for PhD Students - Independent provider - Grant: 19000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - Junhua Li - Location not available
• Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 28 Feb 2027 - Boustany Foundation - Location not available
• $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 - IvyPanda - Location not available
• Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 - Voice Talent Online - Location not available
• Women Scholarship for International Students - Independent provider - Grant: 5000 USD - Deadline: 28 Aug 2026 - educations.com - Location not available
• The PhD Prep Fellowship - Independent provider - Grant: 10000 USD - Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 - Admit Lab - Location not available
• Dream Chaser Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 - Salvado Law - Location not available
• Scholarship for students with disabilities - Independent provider - Grant: 3000 USD - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 - Anonymous Hope Fund - Location not available
• Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Independent provider - Grant: 22500 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - Location not available
• The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1500 USD - Deadline: Not specified - IELTS from 6 to 9 - Location not available
• Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Independent provider - Grant: 12000 USD - Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 - The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Location not available