Programmes
BEng in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering (Honours)
Program Code
BENG MMELevel
undergraduateDuration
5 yearsOffered as
Generic
Program Description
Metallurgy and Materials Engineering is a specialised field of engineering that focuses on the study, development, processing, and application of metals and materials. This discipline plays a critical role in various industries, including manufacturing, construction, transportation, energy, and healthcare. Metallurgists and materials engineers work to optimise the properties and performance of materials, ensuring they meet specific
requirements for diverse applications. As technology continues to advance, the field of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering remains at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the development of new materials with enhanced properties and applications. This discipline is essential for shaping the future of industries by ensuring the efficient and sustainable use of materials in a wide range of applications.
Focus Areas
Focus Areas
- Metallurgy
- Materials Science
- Welding and Joining
- Corrosion Engineering
- Advanced Materials
- Quality Control and Testing
Structure of the program
Sem
1
1
-Biology I
-Biology II
-Language and Communication Studies
-Physics I
-Physics II
-Engineering Drawing I
-Biology II
-Language and Communication Studies
-Physics I
-Physics II
-Engineering Drawing I
Sem
2
2
-Engineering Drawing II
-Algebra and Trigonometry
-Calculus I
-Chemistry I
-Chemistry II
-Algebra and Trigonometry
-Calculus I
-Chemistry I
-Chemistry II
Sem
3
3
-Chemistry III
-Chemistry IV
-Calculus II
-Technical and Business Communication
-Physics III
-Chemistry IV
-Calculus II
-Technical and Business Communication
-Physics III
Sem
4
4
-Physics IV
-Fluid Mechanics I
-Workshop Practice
-Geology and Minerals
-Introduction to Metallurgy
-Fluid Mechanics I
-Workshop Practice
-Geology and Minerals
-Introduction to Metallurgy
Sem
5
5
-Thermodynamics I
-Probability and Statistics
-Numerical Methods
-Thermodynamics II
-Measurements & Instrumentation
-Mineral Processing I
-Probability and Statistics
-Numerical Methods
-Thermodynamics II
-Measurements & Instrumentation
-Mineral Processing I
Sem
6
6
-Mineral Processing II
-Metallic Materials
-Powder Technology
-Metallic Materials
-Powder Technology
Sem
7
7
Work Integrated Learning
Sem
8
8
-Phase Transformations
–Hydrometallurgy
-Iron and Steel Making
-Polymeric Materials I
-Wood Technology
-Industrial Attachment
–Hydrometallurgy
-Iron and Steel Making
-Polymeric Materials I
-Wood Technology
-Industrial Attachment
Sem
9
9
-Foundry Technology
-Metal Forming Processes
-Metal Forming Processes
Sem
10
10
-Polymeric Materials II
-Pyrometallurgy
-Pyrometallurgy
-Research Project
Malawians
Government Sponsored
650,000 MWK
per year
Self Sponsored
1,250,000 MWK
per year
SADC Citizen
Total Fees
450,000 USD
per year
Non-SADC Citizen
Total Fees
500,000 USD
per year
Eligibility
Criteria for Admission
Entry in Year 1:
MSCE, “O” Level, IGCSE, GCE at least six credits including; Biology, Physics, Chemistry (or Physical Science), Mathematics and English. In addition the candidate should have a grade of no more than 4 in each of the following subjects: Physical Science (or Physics and Chemistry), Biology and Mathematics for MSCE or B for IGSCE in all the above subjects
Entry in Year 2:
A-level with at least C grade in the following subject Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with Biology at ‘O’ level. But must take and pass Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.
OR
Any other related qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning may be assessed by the Admissions Office.
Entry in Year 1:
MSCE, “O” Level, IGCSE, GCE at least six credits including; Biology, Physics, Chemistry (or Physical Science), Mathematics and English. In addition the candidate should have a grade of no more than 4 in each of the following subjects: Physical Science (or Physics and Chemistry), Biology and Mathematics for MSCE or B for IGSCE in all the above subjects
Entry in Year 2:
A-level with at least C grade in the following subject Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with Biology at ‘O’ level. But must take and pass Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.
OR
Any other related qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning may be assessed by the Admissions Office.