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  Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures (MSc)


Cranfield University    School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing

Full time October MSc, PGDip, PGCert See website for details
Engineering (12)

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The Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures (MSc) programme is a specialist course designed for those interested in the design and analysis of advanced lightweight and composite structures. It covers topics such as composite structural design, materials characterisation, and advanced simulation. With a focus on industry challenges, this course equips students with strong experimental, numerical, and analytical skills in structural mechanics. Graduates of this double-accredited programme by the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and the Royal Aeronautical Society secure exciting roles with globally renowned companies. Entry requirements include a first or second class UK Honours degree in mathematics, physics, computing, or engineering, with exceptions made at the discretion of the course director.

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Overview

A specialist MSc in the design and analysis of advanced lightweight and composite structures for application in aerospace, automotive, motorsport, marine and renewable energy industries. The course covers key topics in composite structural design and analysis, impact and crashworthiness, materials characterisation and failure and advanced simulation.

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Entry Requirements

A first or second 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.



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Rocío Zabalo Liébanas

Cranfield University has definitely fulfilled my expectations with regards to studying abroad. Considering the nature of my field of knowledge in structures and impact damage, the Cranfield Impact Centre was the most fascinating and impressive one for me, embodying an FIA approved test house for F1 crash tests.

Scholarships

We have a limited number of scholarships available for the next intake of full-time master's students. Funding opportunities are available to recognise academic success and enable you to enrol at Cranfield University to continue your studies as a postgraduate learner.

Value of Scholarship(s)

Variable by course and applicant

Eligibility

What it covers -
Scholarships cover part of the tuition fee and the amount you can be awarded is at the discretion of the course director for the programme you have applied for.

Who can apply -
In order to be considered, you need to show both aptitude and ability for the subject you have applied for. Scholarships are available for full-time master's courses.

Application Procedure

Applicants wishing to be considered for a Cranfield Scholarship should indicate their interest on their course application form including a short statement of why they should be considered.


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