Department of Materials

Postgraduate taught

As global industry advances and develops, so does the demand for new and innovative materials. Our range of Masters courses aim to equip students with an advanced knowledge of how to select, combine, process and recycle these materials that are the backbone of industry. In turn, providing students with high-demand skills that are needed to work this strategic and socially important discipline.

Our programmes

By choosing Loughborough, you’ll be joining a dynamic postgraduate community where you’ll be challenged and supported to achieve your goals. You’ll be taught by lecturers who are leading experts in their field and they’ll help you to become an expert in your subject too.

Study with us because

  • Recognition 

    We are ranked 2nd in the UK for Materials Engineering (Guardian University Guide 2020)

  • Research Ability 

    Over £3 million in annual research funding with a high percentage of industrially sponsored research.

  • Outstanding Facilities 

    Access to some of the UK’s best materials experimental facilities including access to our new 17m STEMLab facility and our world class characterisation centre.