Degree Programme in Materials Science and Engineering, MSc (Tech)
Contact
| Head of the Degree Programme: | Pasi Peura, Mikko Hokka |
| Faculty Secretary: | Leila Holmström |
| Study Coordinator: | Jenni Lassila |
Learning Outcomes
| - | After completing the Master's Degree Programme in Materials Science and Engineering, leading to the degree of Master of Science in Technology, the student:
- knows the main methods of seeking information and data, is able to apply the gathered information to solve problems, and choose the appropriate scientific methods for each problem. This particular competence underlines the importance of materials science as an interfacial area of study between natural and engineering sciences. Additionally, the student has the ability to process and analyse gathered information in a critical way following the research and professional ethics of their field. The recognising, acquiring and applying information to solve problems is learned in practice in the Master's Thesis, various exercises and laboratory works as well as their reporting throughout the degree. - has the competence to apply the latest and most relevant research results in natural and materials science into the development of different products, services or business activities in the industry. The student is capable of economic thinking in their field, and able to manage their own work in a goal-oriented manner in working life. The importance of following scientific research in materials science is highlighted in the degree by various exercises on information retrieval, and the competence of applying new information to solve problems rapidly is acquired through different applied exercises and practical works. - has the competence to apply diverse ways of communication to present their own research results, deductions and expertise to professionals in Finland and internationally, whether they represent materials science or any other professional and academic field such as medicine, physics, mechanical engineering or law, to name a few. The student is able to work as a member of the community in various expert, development and management positions, and to engage in constructive and expert societal debate. These vital communication skills are practiced throughout the degree in cross-disciplinary group exercises. - understands the importance of digitalisation in their field, and is able to utilise the digital operating environments available. The student's information and communications technology skills develop throughout the degree in various exercises and reports, for instance. After achieving the previous mentioned learning outcomes, students will meet the prerequisites for pursuing a PhD / Doctoral degree and continuous learning. |
Structure
Common Core Studies, 16 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | The student is able to seek and analyse information in a versatile way, and knows the suitable scientific methods used in the field for carrying out the Master's thesis.
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| - | The student will gain extensive prerequisite knowledge for pursuing advanced studies in the field of materials engineering. |
| - | The student will have sufficient language, communication and cooperation skills and readiness to cooperate in a multidisciplinary community. |
Compulsory courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| KIE-10016 Suomi-startti | 3 cr | IV |
| KIE-34157 Thesis Writing in English | 2-3 cr | V |
| MOL-12287 Master's Thesis Seminar | 0 cr | V |
| MOL-32228 Electron Microscopy | 5 cr | IV |
| MOL-32307 Materials Performance | 5 cr | IV |
| TTI-50006 Introduction to Graduate Studies | 1 cr | IV |
| Total | 16 cr |
Major Studies
| Study block | Credit points |
| Mechanics of Materials | 30 cr |
| Metallic and Ceramic Materials | 30 cr |
| Metallic and Ceramic Materials | 50 cr |
| Polymeric Materials | 50 cr |
| Polymeric Materials | 30 cr |
Minor Studies
The elective module can be freely selected from the modules offered in English.
Elective Studies, 24 cr
A student can freely select the courses (s)he wants to study.
A student doesn't have to include elective studies into the degree if the extent of the degree meets the minimum requirement of 120 cr without them.
Diplomityö, 30 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | The student acquires information seeking skills that allow them to systematically gather knowledge from a variety of sources related to their chosen field of specialty, to use and apply the collected information widely in an ethical and critical way, to combine different sets of data and analyse information.
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| - | The student has professional skills in the field of their major subject which they are able to demonstrate in the thesis context. |
| - | The student is able to carry out and independently document a study using scientific methods. |
| - | The student is able to demonstrate maturity required for a higher university degree. |
| - | The student knows how to apply good scientific principles within the thesis area. |
Compulsory courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| OPN-9006 Diplomityö | 30 cr | V |
| TUT-8930 Proficiency Test for Master's Thesis | 0 cr | V |
| Total | 30 cr |
Completion and reporting of a large independent scientific assignment. Student gains ability to understand the scientific and professional concepts of the major. In connection with the thesis, the student has to write a proficiency test, which is an essay on a topic related to the thesis.