MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering - Major in Nanotechnology & Photonics (NTP)
Postgraduate Prospectus - MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering
Are you fascinated by the incredible potential of manipulating matter at the smallest scales and harnessing light for revolutionary technologies? This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a leader in the cutting-edge field of nanotechnology and photonics.
Overview
Throughout the last few years, photonics has emerged as a prominent interdisciplinary field that focuses on the transport and manipulation of light. Its rapid progress is attributable to advances in nanotechnology, materials science, optics and physics, among other areas.
The study of nanotechnology has also become increasingly important, thanks to advancements in modern science. Nanotechnology deals with engineering at the nanoscale with a view to creating applications/devices at the atomic, molecular or supramolecular scale.
Research in this field is gaining progressively more interest due to its growing importance in various scientific and industrial application areas, such as biomedical engineering, telecommunications, and aerospace.
By studying a Master's in Nanotechnology and Photonics, you will become part of a field that is foundational for all sectors of the economy.
Precision Engineering at the Nano-Photonics Frontier
With the convergence of multiple technologies on a single operating platform, the skillsets required in nanoelectronics and photonics are evolving at an unprecedented rate.
By enrolling in this course, you will gain the expertise needed to develop functional electronic and photonic devices with nanometer dimensions. Drawing on the advancements in nanotechnology and photonics, you will learn to design and integrate multiple layers of electronic components capable of processing light, dealing with power, performing analog and digital processing and enabling Internet of Things applications.
This programme goes beyond traditional semiconductor and photonics manufacturing practices and introduces you to emerging topics such as two-dimensional condensed matter devices, topological systems, spintronics, and quantum computation.
This Master's degree will give you the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of emergent topics including two-dimensional condensed matter devices, topological systems, spintronics and quantum computation, so graduates can become experts in modern semiconductor/photonics manufacturing practices and technologies.
Graduates of this course can work in a wide range of industries. You could go on to develop nanoscale electronic devices for faster, smaller, and more energy-efficient electronics. You could create nanoscale medical diagnostic tools or explore the use of nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery in cancer therapy and disease treatment.
Programme Structure
This highly flexible course allows students to study part-time or full-time. We have two intakes per academic year, September and January. Full-time students beginning in September may complete the programme in 12 months. Full-time students beginning their studies in January may complete in 18 months.
Flexible study options are also provided for part-time students. Students can complete this course in 2 - 4 years and can decide how many modules per semester and academic year they take. They can study on-campus or remotely but will be required to attend campus for examination purposes and a small number of laboratory exercises for some optional modules.
An alternative Master’s Qualifier entry path is available for EU-status students who do not meet the Master’s programme entry requirements.
Students will undertake core modules in the following areas:
- Nanoelectronics Technology
- Photonic Applications and Technologies
- Photonic Devices
- Device Manufacturing
- Masters Project – Nano Tech. Major
Students can choose between a wide range of optional modules including:
- Solid State Electronics & Semiconductor Devices
- Plasma Applications
- Fundamentals of Industrial Plasmas
- Optical Communications System Design
- Energy System Decarbonisation
- Bioelectronics
Postgraduate Prospectus - MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering