Study materials at Manchester

Understand the science behind materials or the business and technology of the fashion industry with practical courses that are relevant to the demands of today's ever-changing world.

Our Department specialises in the study of materials; from how they work - in the form of our materials science courses - to how they're designed, worn and sold - in the form of our fashion business degrees.

Whether you choose an undergraduate, taught master's or postgraduate research course in the Department of Materials, you'll work with fantastic facilities while being part of a friendly student community.

We have an extensive range of degree courses in materials science and fashion business.

We've designed our taught master's courses with graduate employability in mind. 

A research degree from the Department and the University is held in the highest esteem and recognised worldwide.

Materials graduates are recognised by employers for their relevant knowledge and advanced research skills.

There are plenty of reasons to study a Materials degree at The University of Manchester.

Our open days give you a glimpse of Manchester life and a feel for our friendly, family-like atmosphere.