Nanomaterials and Energy
(MSc) Nanomaterials and Energy
Entry for 2025
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Systematically understand the key fundamental laws and principles of nanoscience.
Evaluate and critique methodologies in nanoscience and draw appropriate conclusions
Comprehensively understand a variety of experimental, mathematical and/or computational techniques applicable to current research within nanoscience
Plan and implement an original investigation in nanoscience
Full-time course composition
| Year | Term | Status | Module | Credits | FHEQ level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Autumn Semester | Core | Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy (921F3) | 15 | 7 |
| Option | Challenges in Energy and Climate Policy (118N1) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Condensed State Physics (F3230) | 15 | 6 | |||
| Data Analysis Techniques (890F3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| All Year Teaching | Core | MSc Project Research Skills (PGT) (919F3) | 30 | 7 | |
| Spring Semester | Core | Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation (907F3) | 15 | 7 | |
| Option | Chemistry of Functional Materials (F1101) | 15 | 6 | ||
| Lasers and Photonics (F3218) | 15 | 6 | |||
| Semiconductors and Nanomaterial Devices (L7) (922F3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Spring & Summer Teaching | Core | MSc Project P&A (PGT) (920F3) | 60 | 7 |
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