MSc International Business
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MSc Electronics & Photonics Manufacturing
Glasgow
INTAKE: Jan & Sept
Program Overview
This master's program introduces students to a broad spectrum of specialist topics in advanced manufacturing and electronics design. It emphasizes the fusion of novel nanofabrication and microforming processes with material technologies within a manufacturing context, providing essential knowledge and practical experience of manufacturing techniques for modern industrial and consumer products and systems.
Curriculum: The program's delivery includes lectures, tutorials, and design classes, allowing students to participate in lab and design project work. All students engage in an interdisciplinary team project and a major individual project, ensuring a hands-on learning experience.
Research Focus: Students opting for nanoscale manufacturing options have the opportunity to work in the James Watt Nanofabrication Centre, which holds several world records in nano-manufacturing. The center boasts a 1,350 m² cleanroom and over £32 million worth of fabrication tools, providing a cutting-edge environment for research and development.
Industry Engagement: The program includes an interdisciplinary team project specifically designed to prepare students for engineering projects in industrial manufacturing. This project addresses both technical issues and key non-technical considerations such as legal, environmental, and financial aspects, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for real-world challenges.
Global Perspective: The University of Glasgow's School of Engineering has been delivering world-class engineering education and research since 1840. The program's curriculum and research opportunities reflect a global perspective, preparing students to contribute effectively to the international electronics and photonics manufacturing industry.
Location
Glasgow
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 33450
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies.
University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Graduates of the MSc Electronics & Photonics Manufacturing program have diverse and promising career opportunities in the electronics, photonics, semiconductor, and telecommunications industries.
Electronics Engineer: Graduates can work as electronics engineers, involved in the design and production of electronic circuits and devices.
Photonics Engineer: The program prepares students for roles as photonics engineers, developing and manufacturing light-based technologies.
Semiconductor Process Engineer: Graduates may pursue careers as semiconductor process engineers, focusing on manufacturing and fabrication processes.
Quality Control Specialist: Graduates can explore careers as quality control specialists, ensuring the reliability and performance of electronic and photonic devices.
Research Scientist: The program equips students for roles as research scientists, contributing to advancements in electronics and photonics manufacturing.
Telecommunications Engineer: Graduates can work as telecommunications engineers, involved in the design and optimization of communication systems.
