Micro and Nanotechnology Enterprise
Entry requirements
Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK 2:1 Honours Degree.
Months of entry
October
Course content
The MPhil in Micro- and Nanotechnology Enterprise is an exciting opportunity in which world-leading scientists and successful entrepreneurs are brought together to deliver a one-year master’s degree combining an in-depth multidisciplinary scientific programme with a global perspective on the commercial opportunities and business practice necessary for the successful exploitation in the rapidly developing fields of nanotechnology and nanomanufacturing.
The programme is intended for those with a good first degree in the physical sciences and engineering, who wish to develop research skills and commercial awareness of the cutting-edge disciplines of micro- and nanotechnology. The course will provide an unparalleled educational experience for entrepreneurs in these fields. It combines cutting-edge science with business practice skills, giving students knowledge and experience of a range of disciplines. This should enable students graduating from the course to evaluate the scientific importance and technological potential of new developments in the field of micro- and nanotechnology, within the framework for responsible innovation.
Learning outcomes
Students will:
- be able to develop a discipline-specific terminology to describe and discuss relevant aspects of micro- and nanotechnology, as well as business;
- be able to develop their scientific writing skills through lab reports, literature survey, project dissertation, and scientific communication skills through oral presentations;
- be able to develop independence and critical thinking, as well as project management skills; and
- have the opportunity to develop team project skills.
Information for international students
Language Requirement
IELTS (Academic)
Element Score
Listening 7.0
Writing 7.0
Reading 7.0
Speaking 7.0
Total 7.5
TOEFL Internet Score
Element Score
Listening 25
Writing 25
Reading 25
Speaking 25
Total 107
CAE
Score: Grade A & B (overall score of 193, with no element lower than 185 plus a Language Centre assessment)
CPE
Score: Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 with no element lower than 185).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MPhil
- full time10 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- remw2@cam.ac.uk