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| Application Deadline: | Applications are considered throughout the year | ||
| Location: | Newcastle Upon Tyne / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
As this field is multidisciplinary, the course utilises the expertise of several academic schools within the University. You take compulsory modules (120 credits) including: microsystems engineering; microprocessor systems; semiconductor devices; nanoscale science; nanomaterials; mechatronics; biomaterials and tissue engineering. You will also undertake a microsystems based research project (60 credits), the emphasis of which will be towards your chosen discipline.
Compulsory modules:
CME8034 Nanomaterials
CME8101 Nanoscale Science I
EEE8018 Semiconductor Electronic Devices
EEE8022 Microprocessor Systems
MEC3015 Instrumentation and Drive Systems
MEC3016 Fundamentals of Mechatronics
MEC8011 Methods in Industrial Research and Development
MEC8027 BioMEMS and Microsystems Engineering
MEC8095 MSc Project: Mechanical and Systems Engineering
Native speakers of English:
CME8008 Optimisation
ENG8002 Numerical Methods and Analysis with Applications
Non-native speakers of English:
INU8001 Writing Dissertations in Science and Engineering
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Generally a second-class (2.2) Honours degree, or equivalent, in engineering, mathematics or physics. However, applications are considered on an individual basis and, depending on circumstances, applicants with a lower degree classification will be considered. Applicants whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 79 (Internet-based) or 550 (paper-based), or equivalent.
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 79 |
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