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Master's degree in advanced materials engineering

Responsible Center: Higher School of Experimental Sciences and Technology    Location: Mostoles Campus
Modality: distance Title code: 6411 Orientation: Professional
Number of ECTS Credits: 60 ECTS  Duration of the Master: an academic year
Public prices: See table
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Website:  https://masteringenieriaavanzadademateriales.emo-urjc.es/
Director:  Maria Sanchez Martinez
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Basic Information

What knowledge will I acquire with this Master?

Its main focus is to ensure that students acquire advanced knowledge, as well as develop specialized skills and competencies in scientific and technological knowledge in areas such as biomaterials, additive manufacturing, nanomaterials and sustainability, while maintaining a scientific and technological approach.

Is this degree official according to the regulations required by the European Higher Education Area?

Yes, (final verification report is attached) starting the first course in the academic year 2025-26.

Final verification report turned out FAVORABLE

Is it necessary to pass an access test?

It is not necessary.

What is the minimum number of credits for which I can enroll?

You can see it in the rules of permanence in this link

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The qualification that will facilitate direct access to the Master's Degree is the Degree in Materials Engineering. Among the preferred qualifications that will facilitate access to the Master's Degree are: Degree in Industrial Organization Engineering, Degree in Industrial Technology Engineering, Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Degree in Electronic, Industrial and Automatic Engineering, Degree in Aerospace Engineering in Aeronautics, Degree in Chemical Engineering and Degree in Environmental Engineering.

Objectives

Experts in Biomaterials, Additive Manufacturing, Nanomaterials and Sustainability, standing out in multiple fields.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

CON1. ​​Understand the principles, methods, and practices related to materials characterization techniques.
CON2. Gain an advanced understanding of the essential theories, principles, and practices of modeling and simulation related to materials and component design, and design for additive manufacturing.
CON3. Understand the fundamental principles of 3D manufacturing processes, both subtractive and additive, and the different types of materials used, and differentiate the characteristics and technical requirements of each manufacturing process.
CON4. Describe the fundamental principles governing the behavior of materials at the nanoscale, the properties of nanomaterials, and the various methods and techniques used to manufacture nanomaterials.
CON5-OPT. Deepen your understanding of the types of biomaterials and their surfaces, and understand their biological response.
CON6-OPT. Master the advanced principles related to the characterization and comprehensive evaluation of materials and processes life cycles, including energy and emissions aspects from production to end-of-life.
CON7-OPT. Learn the most relevant aspects of additive manufacturing, including printability requirements and the fundamentals of equipment handling and operation processes.
CON8-OPT. Understand the processes of nanoparticle synthesis and nanocomposite manufacturing and delve into advanced characterization techniques to evaluate their properties and behavior.
CON9-OPT. Delve deeper into the technical aspects of additive manufacturing and the metallurgical and chemical processes involved in 3D printing of metals, ceramics, and polymers.
CON10-OPT. Differentiate nanomaterials based on their responsiveness and multifunctionality and understand the mechanisms underlying the operation of nanomaterial-based sensors and actuators.
CON11. Understand the research methods and techniques applicable to Materials Engineering.
CONa. Understand the fundamentals of materials science, technology, and chemistry.
CONb. Understand the relationship between microstructure, synthesis or processing, and material properties.
CONc: Know the basic fundamentals associated with obtaining and processing materials
CONd: Know the technologies used in the different areas of Materials Engineering and their applications

Skills

HAB1. Design and execute advanced tests to evaluate the behavior of materials under various conditions, critically analyzing and interpreting the results based on theoretical principles and practical applications in the field of Materials Engineering.
HAB2. Develop and apply advanced models and computational simulations for the characterization of materials and components, using specific tools to address complex problems in Materials Engineering, and evaluating the feasibility and performance of innovative solutions.
HAB3. Develop and present an original work related to research in biomaterials, additive manufacturing, nanomaterials, or sustainability.
HAB4. Apply additive manufacturing techniques to produce parts that can be used in a real-world project or application, including the selection of materials for the final application, as well as the manufacturing technique, strategy, and parameterization thereof.
HAB5-OPT. Apply advanced techniques in the design and improvement of medical devices, critically integrating acquired knowledge of biomaterials into practical contexts and research projects.
HAB6-OPT. Design parts for additive manufacturing and develop the practical printing strategies and processes required to produce parts from polymeric or metallic materials.
HAB7-OPT. Manage and employ advanced nanomaterial characterization techniques and use specialized software to analyze and interpret the data obtained.
HAB8-OPT. Design nanosensors and actuators, leveraging knowledge of the multifunctional behavior of nanomaterials.
HAB9-OPT. Design and evaluate specific technical strategies to improve sustainability in critical industrial sectors such as energy and transportation, by applying criteria such as energy efficiency, emissions reduction, effluent management, recycling, and waste recovery.
HAB10-OPT. Select and apply the most appropriate tools for the design and functionalization of nanomaterials in biomedical applications, making informed decisions based on technical and project-specific criteria.
HAB11. Manage bibliographies, documentation, databases, and software specific to materials engineering.
HAB12. Write clear research reports and present results effectively to an academic audience.
HABa. Apply the fundamentals of materials science and engineering.
HABb: Analyze the interrelationship between the composition, microstructure, properties, processing techniques and application in service of materials
HABc: Design and develop production and transformation processes of materials based on the required technical requirements.

Competences

COM1. Develop a testing protocol for the characterization of materials or products, taking into account project objectives, actual operating conditions, and relevant research standards, ensuring the validity and reproducibility of the results.
COM2. Design materials with specific properties to meet performance and functionality requirements in various industrial and technological applications.
COM3. Integrate knowledge of part and component design with the requirements and properties provided by additive manufacturing for 3D printing of real-life parts with practical applications.
COM4. Develop, write, present, and defend an original research project in Advanced Materials Engineering, in the areas of biomaterials, additive manufacturing, nanomaterials, or sustainability. This project includes problem identification, a critical review of the literature, a proposed solution based on acquired knowledge and skills, with systematic analysis, experimentation, or simulation, and a reasoned discussion of the results. This project will be defended before a panel in a public hearing.
COM5. Design and develop advanced materials methodologies and technologies that address the main sustainability challenges of our society, promoting the responsible use of resources and evaluating the impact of these solutions on the economy, society, and the environment.
COM6. Analyze sustainability in the transportation and energy sectors from a critical and interdisciplinary perspective, evaluating the impact of advanced materials on improving energy efficiency and reducing the environmental footprint.
COM7-OPT. Solve problems related to the selection, design, and application of biomaterials in medical settings, optimizing their biocompatibility, functionality, and safety for the development of effective medical devices and treatments.
COM8-OPT. Evaluate and identify the environmental impact of different materials, processes, and manufacturing technologies, considering resource utilization, energy aspects, effluents, and emissions throughout the product's life cycle, from manufacturing to end-of-life, and propose technological alternatives that are both environmentally and economically viable, in line with the technologies implemented in the industry.
COM9-OPT. Apply 3D technology in areas where it can provide differential benefits in the healthcare sector, taking into account technological developments and the demands of healthcare professionals.
COM10. Critically apply the scientific method in nanotechnology research, appropriately selecting and using research methodologies, data collection and analysis, and drawing conclusions based on the fundamentals and methods of nanomaterial characterization.
COMa: Solve problems in the field of Materials Engineering by making decisions that arise from applying acquired knowledge, critical reasoning, and ethical commitment.

Admission and enrollment

The general requirements for access to University Master's Degrees are, according to article 18 of Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28, which establishes the organization of university education and the procedure for ensuring its quality, the following:

The general requirements for access to University Master's Degrees are, according to article 18 of Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28, which establishes the organization of university education and the procedure for ensuring its quality, the following:

  1. Possession of an official Spanish Graduate or Graduate university degree or equivalent is a condition for accessing a Master's Degree, or, where appropriate, having another University Master's degree, or titles of the same level as the Spanish Bachelor's or Master's degree issued by universities and higher education institutions in an EHEA country that in that country allow access to Master's degrees.
  2. In the same way, people in possession of titles from educational systems that are not part of the EHEA, which are equivalent to a Bachelor's degree, will be able to access a Master's Degree in the Spanish university system, without the need for homologation of the title, but verification by of the university of the level of training that they imply, as long as in the country where said title was issued it allows access to university postgraduate level studies. In no case will access through this route imply the homologation of the previous degree held by the person concerned or its recognition for other purposes than that of carrying out the Master's degree.
  3. Universities will guarantee transparent and accessible information on admission procedures, and must have student orientation systems. Likewise, they will ensure that said information and admission procedures take into account students with disabilities or with specific needs, and will have appropriate support and advice services.
  4. Universities may exceptionally establish, based on specific regulations approved by their governing bodies, conditional enrollment procedures for access to a University Master's Degree. This will consist of allowing a Bachelor's degree student who has yet to pass the TFG and a maximum of up to 9 ECTS credits, to be able to access and enroll in a University Master's Degree, although in no case will they be able to obtain the Master's degree if they have not previously has obtained the Bachelor's degree. Universities will guarantee priority in the enrollment of students who have the official university degree of Graduate or Graduate. In this procedure, credits pending recognition or transfer in the Bachelor's degree may be taken into account, or the requirement to exceed a certain level of knowledge of a foreign language to obtain the degree.
  5. Universities or centers will regulate admission to Master's Degree courses, establishing specific requirements and, if necessary, training complements, whose credit load may not exceed the equivalent of 20 percent of the credit load of the degree. The training complement credits will have the same consideration as the rest of the credits in the University Master's degree curriculum.
  6. Universities will reserve at least 5 percent of the places offered in official university Master's degrees for students who have a recognized degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 percent, as well as for students with permanent educational support needs. associated with personal circumstances of disability, who in their previous studies have required resources and support for their full educational inclusion.

Admission:

The Rey Juan Carlos University does not have specific admission regulations, but is governed by article 18 of Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28. Each degree has its own general access criteria and special access tests.

Admission to the University Master's Degrees will be carried out through a selection process; In some cases, this process may involve a selection test. The Master's Management will inform interested parties what the selection test will consist of, as well as the exact date and place of completion through this application and by means of a notice via email.

GENERAL ACCESS CRITERIA:

The qualification that will facilitate direct access to the Master's Degree is: Degree in Materials Engineering

Among the preferred qualifications that will facilitate access to the Master's degree are:

  • Degree in Industrial Organization Engineering
  • Degree in Engineering in Industrial Technologies
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Degree in Electronic, Industrial and Automatic Engineering
  • Degree in Aerospace Engineering in Air Navigation
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Degree in Environmental Engineering

The subjects “Materials Science and Engineering” and “Manufacturing Processes” are proposed as additional training courses. Students from preferred degrees will be admitted after verifying that the contents of these subjects are included in their study plans. In the event that the study plans of the corresponding Degree do not fully or partially cover this knowledge, students must take the necessary additional training courses, either one or both, as appropriate.

Exceptionally, the master's management may consider applications for access from other students who come from related qualifications not referred to in the previous sections, after evaluating the study plan and taking the necessary training supplements, such as:

  • Degree in Physics
  • Degree in Chemistry
  • Degrees in the interdisciplinary field, such as Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Experimental Sciences, among others.

ACCESS CONDITIONS:

Firstly, passing the training supplements (*) for students who do not come from specific qualifications. Non-Spanish speaking students must prove Spanish level B2 DELE. In cases of a tie, the curriculum will be taken into account..

Evaluation criteria

Maximum percentage

Criteria to be assessed

Percentage breakdown

Title

80

Graduated in direct access qualification (EEES)

80

Graduated in preferred qualifications (EEES)

75

Graduated in a direct access qualification outside the EHEA with fluent command of the Spanish language

70

Graduate in preferred qualifications outside the EHEA with fluent command of the Spanish language

65

Graduate in other related qualifications (EEES)

60

Graduate in other related qualifications outside the EEES with fluent command of the Spanish language

55

Expedient

15

De 9 a 10

15

De 8 a 8,99

13

De 7 a 7,99

12

De 6 a 6,99

11

De 5 a 5,99

9

Experience Profesional

5

Professional experience related to Materials Science and Engineering in any of the master's areas of specialization

4

Professional experience not related to Materials Science and Engineering in any of the master's areas of specialization

1

 

This individual assessment will only be applied if the demand for places exceeds the supply.

Offer of places: 30 seats. If the minimum number of students envisaged is not reached in a course, the University may choose not to open the teaching group.

See admission and enrollment

IMPORTANT: Enrolment in this master's degree will be subject to final approval.

Training itinerary

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Training Itinerary

 

To qualify for a specialty, a student must complete the credits corresponding to one of the specialties, as shown in Table 4b. Otherwise, no specialty will be recognized, and the student may complete their elective credits from among the elective courses offered within each specialty, depending on their training needs and future research focus.

Table 4b. Structure of the mentions/specialties

Denomination

Subjects

Semester / Quarter

ECTS credits

Specialty in Biomaterials

Materials for health: Biomaterials

1S

6

3D technologies in health

2S

6

Nanomaterials for health

2S

6

Specialty in Additive Manufacturing

Advanced Additive Manufacturing Laboratory

2S

6

Advanced Additive Manufacturing

1S

6

3D technologies in health

2S

6

3D technologies in health

Advanced Nanomaterials Laboratory

2S

6

Smart nanomaterials

1S

6

Nanomaterials for health

2S

6

Specialty in Sustainability

Life cycle of materials and processes

1S

6

Materials for sustainable transport                                                             

2S

6

Materials for sustainable energy

2S

6

External Internships

The External Practices subject is a curricular subject whose main objective is to promote a comprehensive training of the student through the practical application of the knowledge acquired during the master's degree, which facilitates direct contact with the professional activity and the opportunity to join the professional world with a minimum of experience. All practices are designed so that the students who participate in them acquire professional experience in real situations and conditions, applying the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are acquired in the training processes throughout the degree. The internships represent a decisive opportunity for the personal development and professional future of the students.

Internships are activities carried out by the student in companies, institutions and organizations; that is, in centers outside the university premises, which aim to enrich and complement your university education, while providing you with a deeper knowledge about the skills you will need once you have graduated.

The External Practices subject will consist of two phases:

  • Completion of the internship period that offers professional experience related to any of the graduate profiles that are expressed in the Verification Report of the degree.
  • Elaboration of the memory

Documentation:

Degree Training Project

For more information:  External Internship Unit

Social Security contributions for interns starting January 1, 2024

Mobility programs

University Master's degrees, due to their duration and characteristics, in general do not specifically contemplate the mobility of their students. However, the Rey Juan Carlos University has different mobility programs for both students and University workers (PDI and PAS) and has procedures for collecting and analyzing information on these mobility programs.

URJC Mobility

Regulation

STUDENTS

TEACHING COORDINATION

COEXISTENCE REGIME

SCHOOL INSURANCE

ASSOCIATIONS

EVALUATION

  • Article 6.1.2. The favorable resolution of the request for total cancellation of registration does not necessarily imply the refund of the amount paid by the student. To do this, the requirements established in the Article 10.3 of the present regulations.
  • Article 11.3.  The extension of the period of permanence will be requested through the procedure established for this purpose by the Rey Juan Carlos University in the electronic office, within the established period. The Rector may authorize the continuation of studies in those cases in which exceptional causes, duly documented, have affected the academic performance of the students., valid for that academic year (up to a maximum of one year)
  • Article 11.4.  In accordance with what is established by the Article 4 of these regulations, those students whose request to remain is resolved favorably will have to enroll in all the remaining subjects to complete their studies.
  • Article 11.5.  For subjects with an indefinite call, once the extension of the permanence period is granted, the fees corresponding to the second and successive registrations will be paid according to the corresponding Public Price Decree as long as they have been previously enrolled in that subject.
  • Article 12.4.  Once this is granted, the student must enroll in accordance with the provisions of the Article 4 of the present regulations.
  • Article 12.5.  For subjects with an indefinite call, once continuity in the University Master's studies is granted, the fees corresponding to the second and successive registrations will be paid according to the corresponding Public Price Decree as long as they have been previously enrolled in that subject.

 

Quality guarantee

 

RUCT link

BOCM Link

Composition of the commission

Composition of the Commission

Results report

Once the monitoring of the Master's Degree has been carried out, the most relevant quantitative information on the results obtained in the monitoring of said Degree is displayed, differentiated by academic year.

Reports by course:

General information collection plan

Within the quality assurance system of the Rey Juan Carlos University, the following surveys are planned:

- Student profile

- Teacher evaluation

- Degree of satisfaction:

  • Of the students
  • of the graduates
  • From the Faculty
  • Technical, Management, Administration and Services Staff

- Labor insertion

- External internships:

  • Satisfaction of interns
  • External tutor satisfaction
  • Employer satisfaction

Survey results:

Improvement actions

The Quality Assurance System of the Rey Juan Carlos University establishes that the degree's Quality Assurance Commission will annually analyze the information derived from the degree's indicators and prepare a report that will include improvement plans if the results so indicate.

Renewal of accreditation

The renewal of the accreditation represents the culmination of the implementation process of the official Bachelor's and Master's degrees registered in the Register of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT). The renewal of the accreditation of official bachelor's and master's degrees is organized in three phases: self-assessment report, external visit and final assessment.

In the first phase, the university describes and assesses the status of the degree with respect to the established criteria and guidelines. The result is the Self-Assessment Report (IA) that is presented. The second and third phases are carried out by a group of evaluators external to the evaluated title.”

  • Final Report Accreditation Renewal

Tracking

Special

  • Final Report Special Monitoring