The MPhil in Micro and Nanotechnology Enterprise is an exciting opportunity in which world-leading scientists and successful entrepreneurs are brought together to deliver a master’s degree combining an in-depth multidisciplinary scientific programme with a global perspective on the commercial opportunities and business practice necessary for the successful exploitation in the rapidly developing fields of nanotechnology and nanomanufacturing.
The programme is intended for those with a good first degree in the physical sciences and relevant areas of engineering, who wish to develop research skills and commercial awareness of the cutting-edge disciplines of micro and nanotechnology. The course will provide an unparalleled educational experience for those wishing to become entrepreneurs in these fields. It combines cutting-edge science with business practice skills, giving students knowledge and experience in a range of disciplines. This should enable students who graduate from the course to evaluate the scientific importance and technological potential of new developments in the field of micro and nanotechnology, within the framework for responsible innovation.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course students will have:
Knowledge and Understanding
Acquired a solid training in multi-disciplinary nanoscience.
Acquired a grounding in state-of-the-art micro- and nanotechnology.
Appreciated the industrial and business relevance of the subject matter of the course.
Skills and attributes
Planned, executed and delivered a substantial piece of written work incorporating elements of independent thinking.
Acquired oral and written presentation skills.
Acquired practical laboratory skills, including data analysis.
Engaged with and interpreted research literature and presented findings to others.
Continuing
Students wishing to continue to PhD study following the MPhil must make a separate application through the University’s online application portal. Admission requirements vary between PhD programmes, and applicants will normally be expected to obtain an MPhil result that meets the academic requirements of the PhD programme to which they are applying
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