MSc
Programme
Materials
Science & Engineering
As the asphalt repairs itself, you just continue driving. No
road repair crews or traffic congestion involved! But what does it take to
design and implement a material with such self-healing properties?
It only takes a moment to realise the importance of
materials. Everything is made of a material, from homes, cars, roads and
computers to ancient bronze sculpturesÉ the list is endless. Every application requires
specific properties of the material used. Materials Science and Engineering
links the needs of applications to the ability of materials to satisfy them,
and controls the manufacturing processes to convert the basic materials into
final engineered products. And it boosts technological innovation through the
design of new materials tailored to the needs of society in terms of
performance, durability, environmental protection and economic benefit. Here is
the promise of an exciting future in which material-based innovations will
positively impact everyday lives.
The Materials Science and Engineering MSc programme covers study of the
physical, chemical and mechanical properties of materials. It combines this with
training in production techniques and material selection for a wide range of
applications. Students learn to understand the behaviour of materials under
different conditions and assess their suitability in products and industrial
processes. More specifically, they study how to design material properties at
nano and micro levels to suit applications on a macro scale. With a strong
focus on the design of new materials, the programme finds itself at the
forefront of modern technology. The Ôself-healingÕ materials of the
introduction, for example, specially designed with the property to
automatically repair themselves, will play a growing part in generating
tomorrowÕs most revolutionary innovations. Covering subjects from atoms to
applications, from design to disposal, the Materials Science and Engineering
MSc programme attracts students from science as well as engineering
backgrounds.
Our goals, your achievement
The goal of the programme is to provide students with a high-quality,
multi-disciplinary training in Materials Science and Engineering and to turn
out graduates capable of making immediate and significant contributions to a
wide range of industrial and academic areas at a global level.
More specifically, the objectives are:
One of these jobs could become yoursÉ
Graduates find professional careers in materials production, development
and industry-led research or – as a materials expert – in
high-level consultancy and management functions. Many work at steel and
aluminium producing companies. Other fields include higher education and
research, polymer and recycling industries, industries for high tech
microdevices of biomedical protheses, patent offices, authenticity research of
art works and support for museum & archaeological field studies.
Your two-year challenge?
The two-year MSc programme in
Materials Science and Engineering is a combination of academic learning and
active research. Course modules are delivered by lectures, workshops and
seminars. Assessment is based on written and oral examinations, course work and
a thesis derived from the final research project. The first year is a mix
geared to the studentÕs needs and a number of core lecture modules supported by
laboratory activities. The second year is primarily devoted to a
specialisation, some additional elective modules (including a work placement)
and a research project whose subject the student chooses in consultation with
the supervisor.
Generic Course, Individual Programme 1st year, 1st
semester
Students embarking on the programme are qualified in a wide variety of areas
from applied engineering to more fundamental sciences. So each student receives an initial,
personalized assessment which serves to create a tailored introductory programme
for the first six months. This consists of modules not yet covered at the
Bachelor level and required for the second semester.
Generic Course, Core Programme 1st year, 2nd semester
This semester comprises a compulsory set of lecture modules focusing on Materials
Science and Engineering fundamentals. These core modules are:
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Metals Science
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Polymer Science
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Ceramics Science
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Mechanical Properties
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Thin Film Materials
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Semiconductor Devices
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Computational Materials Science
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Technology & Society
This core programme offer a firm grounding upon which the student can
develop more specialized or wider ranging interests.
Specialisation & Electives
2nd year
In the second year, students select a specialisation based on their interests.
Each specialisation focuses on science, engineering and application-related
issues in its own area. In addition some elective modules are selected, which
also include the possibility of a work placement in industry.
The specialisations are:
1 Metals
Science and Technology
Research Project (Thesis) 2nd year
As
final programme component the student performs a literature survey and
independent scientific investigation that leads to a thesis. The thesis may
relate to the specialisation chosen or another specific area of interest. The research
project can be undertaken in one of the Materials Science and Engineering
research groups, in another research group of TU Delft, outside the university
in industry, or in collaboration with another educational institute. The thesis
has the same emphasis on original, independent research as a PhD thesis, but is
of reduced scope. This final research project culminates in a presentation and oral defence of the written thesis.
What it takes to get in
Academic
BachelorÕs degree
A broad
range of engineering and science BachelorÕs degrees provide entry to this MSc
programme. Applications are welcomed from students with a BSc degree in one of
the following disciplines: Materials Science & Engineering, Physics,
Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering and Marine Technology. Graduates from other BSc disciplines –
e.g. Industrial Design, Electrical Engineering or Applied Earth Sciences
– can be admitted after elimination of deficiencies. Upon entry, students
are expected to possess a basic understanding of materials and to be familiar
with calculus, linear algebra and differential equations.
BachelorÕs degree from a Dutch polytechnic
institute (HBO)
This MSc programme is explicitly open to applicants
with a BachelorÕs degree from a Dutch polytechnic institute. They will start
with an additional, one-year pre-MasterÕs programme. Upon entry, this group of
students is expected to possess basic understanding of mathematics.
International BachelorÕs degree
Student selection is based on the general contents of
the BachelorÕs programme, the studentÕs grades and proficiency in the English
language.
(colofon)
More
detailed information on this MSc programme
Please look on www.tm.tudelft.nl under ÔEducation MSEÕ.
Still
have questions?
Contact the Programme Coordinator
MSc Materials Science and Engineering
Michael Janssen
tel. +31(0)15
278 5866
email M.Janssen@tudelft.nl
Application
procedure
Scolarships
and grants
Tuition
fees and expenses
Special
services for non-EU/EFTA nationals
Information
on other TU Delft MSc programmes
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students: www.tudelft.nl under
ÔMasteropleidingenÕ
International
students: www.tudelft.nl under
ÔMaster of ScienceÕ
This
programme is offered by
The Faculty 3mE;
The Offshore Engineering administrative offices are in
Mechanical Engineering,
Mekelweg 2,
2628 CD Delft,
The Netherlands.
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ÒThe course modules are very
intriguing, focusing on the study of physical, chemical and mechanical aspects
of modern engineering materials and their implementation in design and
production. The five specialisation options allow closer study of fields of
interest such as metals, polymers, materials in energy, materials in
archaeology, and so on. This means that studying Materials Science and
Engineering is a great way to be exposed to scientific knowledge that can be
found everywhere, from aerospace materials to materials in art! As far as
educational quality is concerned, TU Delft is definitely worthy of its
reputation. The faculty and laboratory facilities and lecture quality are at the
least impressive. The university cooperates with various industrial companies
& research centres so you can easily get an inside feel of real life
professional work. I am looking forward to the future with confidence. With the
MSc diploma in Materials Science and Engineering from TU Delft in my pocket, I
will have the guarantee of a promising career in any part of the world!Ó
Ioanna
Aslani, Greece
MSc student
Materials Science and Engineering 2004-2006
During my education in materials science and engineering, I learned a
lot about studying and explaining the behaviour of materials. In particular, I
appreciated the opportunities to combine academic knowledge with practical work
experience. I was able to do an work placement at the University of Pretoria in
South Africa examining gold. A second opportunity was my thesis in cooperation
with Robert Bosch A.G., one of the worldÕs leading technical companies. I
looked into the feasibility of a new welding process for the push-belt of a
continuous variable transmission. Currently
I am with TNO, the national Dutch organisation for applied research, as a
trainee, where I hope to be able to use the knowledge I have gained over the
last few years, and to keep on learning!
Sytze Harkema - Materials Science and Engineering MSc graduate 2005