ObjectivesThe MSc gives training in state-ofthe- art vacuum engineering techniques and technology present within the industry. Students will work closely with industry throughout the programme, allowing them to become familiar with the latest advances and developments.
Entry requirementsThis Master’s training package is aimed at newly-qualified science and engineering graduates and process, design and sales engineers or technicians who have gained a number of years’ experience in a relevant industry.
Academic titleMSc/PgDip Vacuum Engineering and Applications
Course descriptionEach module will take the form of a stand-alone programme, which means that industrialists can select a module or a number of modules as a short programme for their personnel or customers. Individual modules can be taken by prior arrangement. The timescale of these will be tailored to meet industrial needs.
Entry onto individual modules will depend on the recommendation of the company involved. Industrial seminars and industrial visits are a regular feature.
Students will also be expected to give seminars on subjects that will be individually selected to meet students’ direct needs and interests. Training involves the MKS VTS-1A vacuum training system and equipment donated by the major vacuum/gas flow component and system manufacturers.
Students are introduced to thin film deposition, ion implantation, chemical vapour deposition and analytical techniques such as scanning/transmission electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction and mass spectrometry.
Modules offered on this programme
Module information is provided to give you an overview of the modules typically available for this programme and not a guarantee of the final programme structure. If you are interested in a specific module, please confirm with the admissions tutor that it will be offered for your cohort.
Key Facts
Duration
MSc: eight months, plus four month project, full-time; 16 months, plus eight month project, part-time; 60 months (maximum), distance-learning
PgDip: eight months, full-time; two years, part-time; 60 months (maximum), distance learning
Entry requirements -MSc: A first or second-class honours degree in a science or engineering discipline or an appropriate level of industrial experience
-PgDip: A third-class honours degree or at least five years’ relevant industrial experience. On successful completion of the PgDip students may transfer to the MSc
-We welcome applications from students with alternative qualifications and/or significant relevant experience, subject to approval through a process of Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL). For further details, contact the School
-International students must provide evidence of a proficiency in Englis