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MPhil Materials Engineering
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Last updated: October 2026
About this course
MPhil Materials Engineering is a masters programme at Newcastle University in Newcastle, United Kingdom (12 Months, Sep, Jan, Apr intakes).
Course Details
| Qualification | MPhil Materials Engineering |
| Study Level | Masters |
| Programme Duration | 12 Months |
| Starting Intakes | Sep,Jan,Apr 2027 |
| Tuition Fees (International) | GBP 33,500 per year * |
| Initial Deposit | GBP 1500.00 * |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Cost breakdown
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, 12 Months | £33,500 | ₹42.2 lakh |
| Less scholarship (up to) | −£8,000 | −₹10.1 lakh |
| Living cost, 12 months at £1,171 | £14,052 | ₹17.7 lakh |
| Estimated total | £39,552 | ₹49.8 lakh |
INR approximate. Living cost uses the UK visa figure for the city.
Eligibility & Entry Requirements
| Academic | A 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. However, combinations of the following can be taken into consideration: undergraduate qualifications masters qualifications relevant work experience |
| English Language | IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 5.5). PTE 70+. TOEFL iBT 90+. Duolingo 125+ |
| English Waiver | Medium of Instruction and 12th English marks 75% |
| Backlogs Accepted | 0 - 10 |
| Application Deadline | ASAP |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Admissions Process
| Application Route | Direct to University |
| Application Portal | Newcastle University Online Portal |
| Processing Time | Typically ~14 days after submission |
| Conditional Offer | Issued after initial application review (~14 days) |
| Unconditional Offer | Issued after all documents verified (~7 days) |
| CAS / Confirmation Letter | Pay Deposit & Receive CAS Letter (~5 days) |
| Visa Type | Student Visa (Tier 4) — apply ~21 days before travel GOV.UK |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Scholarships Available for This Course
| Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship | GBP 8000 — International fee-status master's applicants with an offer for the Newcastle city centre campus. |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Cost & ROI Calculator
Course
MPhil Materials Engineering
Subject (for salary lookup)
Engineering & Technology
Tuition fee / year
GBP 33,500
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 32,478
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 39,552
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.2 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarships are available at Newcastle University?
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: GBP 8,000 credited to the tuition fee account of international master's applicants (2026/27 scholarship regulations; September 2026 start at the Newcastle city centre campus). Eligible applicants are considered automatically. The Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship (up to 50% of fees) is a separate application-based award. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. ncl.ac.uk
Source: ncl.ac.uk
What are the IELTS and entry requirements for Newcastle University?
The standard requirement is IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, for both undergraduate and postgraduate study. A few courses set 6.0 (with no component below 5.5) or higher. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. ncl.ac.uk
Source: ncl.ac.uk
Does Newcastle University require a Pre-CAS interview?
Newcastle University is listed among UK universities that do not require a pre-CAS interview for international student visa applications. Watch: Real student experience
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