Cranfield University: Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures
| Institution | Cranfield University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Cranfield University |
| Web | http://www.cranfield.ac.uk/ |
| studyaerospace@cranfield.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1234 758083 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
There are no other courses that provide dedicated specialist training in design and analysis of advanced lightweight structures in aerospace, automotive, marine and renewable energy industries. This is with respect to structural integrity and health monitoring over service life, which can be tailored to your career aspirations.
Delivered with a unique focus on industry challenges and concerns, this course will equip you with strong experimental, numerical and analytical skills in structural mechanics for both composite and metallic components. This will help you to practically apply this knowledge to solve real engineering problems.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 1st or 2nd Class UK Honours degree or equivalent in mathematics, physics, computing or an engineering discipline. Candidates with a degree in a less applicable discipline, or mature applicants with alternative qualifications may be accepted subject to the discretion of the course director. If you are an international student you will need to provide evidence that you have achieved a satisfactory test result in an English qualification. The minimum standard expected from a number of accepted courses are as follows: IELTS - 6.5; TOEFL - 92; Pearson PTE Academic - 65; Cambridge English Scale - 180; Cambridge English: Advanced - C; Cambridge English: Proficiency - C. |
| Assessment | Taught modules 40%, Group project 20%, Individual research project 40% |
| Modules | Compulsory modules: Advanced composite analysis and impact; introduction to continuum mechanics; thin-walled structures; finite element methods; materials characterisation and failure simulations; structural stability; crashworthiness; advanced simulation for impact. |
| Location | Cranfield Campus Cranfield Bedfordshire Milton Keynes MK43 0AL |
Fees
| EU | 10250 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 10250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10250 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20500 GBP for Year 1 |
Cranfield University
An investment in advancing your career is a life-changing decision. By joining Cranfield University’s global reputation you will be taking your first steps to building strong relationships with some of the world’s most prestigious companies in industry. Cranfield University can open doors for you.
As an exclusively postgraduate university, we offer you the opportunity to invest wisely in your future in one of the areas we are most passionate about. We are passionate in:
- Aerospace
- Defence and security
- Energy and power
- Environment and Agrifood
- Management
- Manufacturing
- Transport systems
- Water
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