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Department of Physics and Astronomy

Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energ (921F3)

Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy

Module 921F3

Module details for 2023/24.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)

Module Outline

In this module we will explore different advanced materials and their application in sustainable energy technologies. We will understand how the properties of materials are altered by their size and dimensionality, and how these properties can be tuned to address energy challenges.

Module learning outcomes

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of nanomaterials and their properties

Demonstrate a critical awareness of applications of nanomaterials and nanoscience

Evaluate current opportunities and challenges in nanomaterials and nanoscience

TypeTimingWeighting
Coursework100.00%
Coursework components. Average of best 3 coursework marks.
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Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Autumn SemesterLecture1 hour22222222222
Autumn SemesterSeminar1 hour11111111111

How to read the week pattern

The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.

Dr Sean Ogilvie

Convenor, Assess convenor
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Dr Alice King

Convenor, Assess convenor
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