South China University of Technology
Master's Degree in Materials Science Engineering
Guangzhou, China
Master degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 Jun 2027
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
TUITION FEES
CNY 32,000 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master's in Materials Science Engineering at South China University of Technology trains engineers in physical and chemical theories of material preparation, processing, properties control, characterization, and analysis. Students learn composition–structure–performance relationships, integrate theory with practice, and conduct independent research in materials design and innovation. The programme is a national key discipline; Materials Science ranked top 0.1% (0.122%) in ESI 2024, backed by seven national and 27 provincial research platforms and industry partnerships with multinational enterprises.
Career Outcomes: Graduates take roles in materials engineer, R&D scientist, process engineer, quality control, or materials consultant; sectors include electronics, aerospace, automotive, energy, biomedical, and manufacturing.
This program aims to cultivate engineering talents who can effectively grasp the physical and chemical theories related to material preparation and processing, properties control, characterization, and analysis. Students will developa deep understanding of the relationship between material composition, structure, and performance.
They will also acquire the ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application and independently conduct research in material design and innovation.
Program Specialty
- National key discipline in SCUT
- According to ESI Global Rankings, Materials Science ranked in the top 0.1% (0.122%) in 2024
- First-class research environment, projects supported by 7national and 27 provincial-level research platforms.
- Strong link with industry, joint training projects, and multinational enterprises.
Compulsory Courses
- Chinese Language 1
- Chinese Listening 1
- Chinese Language 2
- Chinese Listening 2
- Solid State Theory
- Methods of Materials Characterization
Elective Courses
- Introduction to bio-MEMS, microfluidics, and biomedical devices
- Biomechanics
- Advanced Polymer Chemistry
- Advanced Polymer Physics
- Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies
- Materials Simulation and Computation
- Metallic Functional Materials
- Concrete, Microstructure Properties and Materials
- Frontiers of Organic Optoelectronics Materials
- Fundamentals and Applications of Electrochemistry
- Advanced Porous Materials and their Applications
- Luminiscent Materials and their Applications
- Sensors: Mechanisms and Applications
- Elastomer Materials Science and Engineering
- Structure and Properties of Polymer Materials
- Chinese Culture
The above course schedule is for reference only; the specific courses are subject to the 2025 training scheme.
- Chinese Government Scholarship: SCUT is now accepting worldwide applications for Chinese Government Scholarship programs, offering full-time Master's and Doctoral degrees. Mandated by the Ministry of Education of China, these programs are designed to enhance international mutual understanding, academic collaboration, and cultivate global talents. Furthermore, SCUT is an authorized institution providing preparatory education for Chinese Government Scholarship undergraduates.
- Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program Chinese Government Scholarship
- SCUT International Scholarship for Excellence: South China University of Technology (SCUT) presents the International Student Scholarship for Excellence to exceptional individuals enrolling as full-time students in degree programs. This scholarship offers a comprehensive or partial tuition waiver for the standard duration of the program. The extent of the benefits is contingent upon the candidate's exemplary academic track record.
- Guangdong Provincial Government Outstanding Foreign Student Scholarship: In an endeavor to promote the enrollment of an increasing number of exceptional international students in Guangdong, the Guangdong Government has instituted the Guangdong Provincial Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship. This initiative aims to foster the advancement of international student management within Guangdong's higher education institutions and enhance the international footprint of higher education in Guangdong. The scholarship is granted to full-time international students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance. SCUT extends its support to early scholarship applicants.
- Top 22 Global Academic Ranking in the Discipline of Engineering
- The world's top 3 disciplines
- Food Science and Technology, Polymer Science (2024 US News Subject Rankings)
- World's Top 150 ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities)
- 16th 2023 Ranking of Mainland Chinese Universities by Google Scholar Impact
- 98.21% The Employment Rate of Graduates in 2024
- 40 First-level Discipline of Master's Degree
- 36 First-level Discipline of Doctoral Degree
- 253 Provincial-level and Ministerial-level Scientific Research Platforms
- 30 National Platforms
- 3,500+ International Students