The programme provides you with solid knowledge about materials from the viewpoint of present-day research and practice. You can apply what you learn to other related areas in mechanical engineering, such as sustainable manufacturing technologies and construction engineering.

The studies consist of materials science and its sub-areas, such as advanced metallic materials, ceramics, carbon-based materials, polymers and biopolymers and minerals. The size effect of the materials on structure (macro/micro/nano) is taken into consideration.

Resource- and energy-efficient ways of processing materials are also in focus in different study modules. Special attention is paid to mixed materials manufactured with processes such as composite manufacturing, additive manufacturing and welding.

This Master's programme is a unique in Finland, combining knowledge of and working methods in materials science and production engineering. It emphasises a combination of material knowledge and engineering qualifications through project courses in which you apply your knowledge to practice. Projects are carried out in close cooperation with Finnish and global industries.