Masters (MSc) course in nanomaterials for nanoengineering

Full-time MSc study entails a 12-month programme, split between Leeds and Sheffield campuses. In order to complete the full MSc programme, you must complete the eight lecture modules and a major project, as described below. Each module is valued at 15M (Masters credits), and the project is valued at 60M, giving a total of 180M credits.

Module 1: Generic methodologies for nanotechnology (SOMS5100)

This module covers the principles of nanostructure production, laboratory preparation and the limitations of materials, including nanoscale fabrication and characterisation technologies, and commissioning as well as working in ultra-clean environments.

Module 1

Module 2: Inorganic semiconductor nanostructures (PHY6002)

This module covers the physics and technology of semiconductor nanostructures, considering both the present status and possible future trends. It includes ultra-small and low dimensional devices (quantum wire and quantum dot lasers, single electron devices); self-assembly of semiconductor nanostructures; physical processes in semiconductor nanostructures; electronic and optical characterisation techniques for semiconductor nanostructures.

Module 2

Module 3: Nanoscale magnetic materials and devices (MAT6390)

This module will review basic magnetic properties, and demonstrate how control of the nanostructure in bulk materials, optimised growth of thin films and multi-layers and nanoscale patterning are opening up new areas of science and technology.

Module 3

Module 4: Processing and properties of inorganic nanomaterials (SOMS5400)

This module covers the application of the physical principles underlying microstructural control on the nanometre scale to design an appropriate synthesis route for inorganic nanomaterials including: preparation, properties and characterisation of nanostructured materials and nanoparticles; interaction with surfaces; catalysis; applications.

Module 4

Module 5: Self-assembling nanostructured molecular materials and devices (SOMS5500)

This module covers the principles of self-assembly, self-organisation and its application to biology. Also covered is phase behaviour, structures and properties of thermotropic and lyotropic liquid crystals, block copolymers, and ordered colloidal dispersions.

Module 5

Module 6NM: Nanoparticle and thin film technology (SOMS5600)

This module will provide an understanding of methods for producing and characterising nanoparticles and thin films of inorganic materials, hands-on training in synthesising nanoparticles and films, and an appreciation of their potential applications in electronic, biomedical and structural engineering.

Module 6NM

Module 7NM: Nanostructures, nanopatterning and nanomechanics (MAT6720)

This module combines an introduction to nanostructures, such as free-standing nanoobjects or assemblies of these, or nanopores in porous materials, with methods of nanopatterning and nanocharacterisation, including nanometrology and nanomechanical testing.

Module 7NM

Module 8NM: Bionanomaterials (MAT6730)

This module introduces basic concepts of cell and molecular biology, before looking at examples of how biomolecules can be used for designing nano-structures, and the use of these nano-structures in biological and medical applications.

Module 8NM

Projects

Full-time MSc students take a substantial research-type project during the study period. Projects are generally based in one of the nanoscience/technology research groups at either Leeds or Sheffield University, and involve a structured experimental investigation of a research or development nature.

Project