Unique, transdisciplinary and practical
Exciting field
Rapid progress in our understanding of molecular science means that we can now make, measure and model materials with unprecedented accuracy.
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Graduates trained at the interface of molecular science and engineering are increasingly in demand.
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The MRes in Molecular Engineering is an innovative, one-year course designed to create a new generation of 'multilingual' scientists and engineers who can work seamlessly between traditional academic disciplines. Graduates who can work effectively within the exciting and ever-expanding field of molecular science and engineering are increasingly in-demand, to help tackle pressing problems in society.
The one-year MRes in Molecular Engineering is designed to create a new generation of 'multilingual', transdisciplinary scientists and engineers. Multidisciplinary graduates are in high demand, in academia and industry, as companies seek to enhance their workforce with skilled scientists and engineers who can work effectively and collaboratively to tackle the challenges they face.
This course is the first and only Masters in Molecular Engineering in the UK.
Course details
The MRes programme includes two introductory modules, taught modules in Making, Modelling, Measuring, Manufacturing, and Designing molecules and materials, plus a 6-month research project.
Full details, including how to apply, are available on the Study Molecular Engineering MRes webpage.
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How to apply
Full details of minimum requirements (academic and English) and how to apply are available on the Study Molecular Engineering MRes webapge. The course code is H803.
Applications are processed centrally before being received by the Molecular Engineering MRes Admissions Team.
We welcome informal enquiries and questions - get in touch via imse.mres@imperial.ac.uk
Tips for a good application
Supporting Statement
- No more than 1 page long (11-12 point text size, sans serif font e.g. Arial).
- At the beginning, make it clear why you are interested in the MRes in Molecular Engineering course, and what your relevant experience is.
- Clearly state what research areas and you are most interested in.
- Clearly provide a summary of relevant previous research project(s) that you have undertaken.
CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Note that the word "resumé" is not used in the UK.
- No more than 2 pages long.
- Do include: academic qualifications and degree classification/grade (final/predicted); information about previous research project(s) and supervisors; information about any time spent in industry; experience with relevant analytical/synthetic techniques, programming, etc
- do not include: date of birth/age, marital status, gender, height, weight, nationality
Scholarships and funding opportunites
The Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering has two scholarships available to support academically excellent students and increase equality, diversity and inclusion.
Other competitive scholarships for provision towards tuition fees and/or living expenses are also available. These scholarships are granted on the basis of academic merit and excellence. Please use the scholarships search tool to find suitable schemes.
The Fees and Funding website provides more information on the Postgraduate Master's Loan scheme and other available funding opportunities.
If you are a UK student who meets certain criteria, you may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from the UK government. The loan is not means-tested, and you can choose whether to put it towards your tuition fees or living costs.
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