Master of Science in Cloud Computing

at Newcastle University United Kingdom

Our four-year Physics degree includes an integrated year of master's-level study. It provides a strong understanding of the fundamental pillars of physics. Guided by our world-leading academics, you'll study cutting-edge physics modules such as quantum mechanics, fluid dynamics and photonics. You'll be prepared to contribute to the technological advances of modern society, whether through research and further study or in your future career.

Hands-on experience in our high-spec facilities will develop your practical skills for a wide range of physical science careers.

Your final year includes advanced research-driven modules to extend your knowledge of your subject, in applied, theoretical and computational physics. Topics include:

• Quantum information
• Quantum modelling of nanostructures
• Applied solid state
• General relativity

This course will allow you to develop broad-ranging engineering knowledge. You'll gain the specific skills you need to turn designs for buildings and bridges into reality, or design innovative and sustainable solutions to global challenges.

From day one, the course has a practical focus, and you'll have the opportunity to take part in site visits and placements. You'll also carry out hands-on work in our specialist labs and facilities.

Emerging as a well-rounded engineer with an in-depth understanding of the key civil engineering disciplines. You'll focus on the design of structures with topics such as an introduction to architecture, sustainable engineering systems, and construction management.

This three-year degree equips you with the knowledge base and practical skills of a sociologist. You'll be trained to think about the world with a clarity that employers value.

You will explore cutting-edge sociological theories and research to understand social life, the way the social world works and how it can be changed for the better. You will gain a solid understanding of sociology and learn from leading research that addresses various contemporary societal challenges, such as refugees and displacement, multiculturalism and British identity.

A wide variety of optional modules will allow you to focus on topics that suit your interests and career plans, from childhood, race and ethnicity, class and sexuality, to educational inequalities in a global age.

Your learning will be informed by the latest research from our academic staff, helping you to gain a solid grounding in cutting-edge sociological theories.

Our course provides specialist skills and knowledge about the most important issues related to the sustainability of agricultural production and food security.

This master's in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security is suitable if you have an interest in sustainable agriculture and food security and want to develop a broad knowledge of the subject.

Sustainable agriculture and food security focuses on the availability of food now and in the future. This is a major concern of scientific and commercial communities world-wide.

The prominence of this subject is driven by:

• An increasing global population
• Pressure on non-renewable or scarce resources
• A need to increase food production whilst minimising the impact on the environment

The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security master's covers all aspects of food security as outlined by Global Food Security. The Global Food Security is a multi-agency programme involving the main UK public sector funders of research and training related to food.

Industry experienced and research-active lecturers teach on this course.

Political and environmental influences are impacting the types and uses of plants in food production and eco-systems management. Limitations on the use of synthetic herbicides and growth pattern regulators are changing the management strategies available.

Graduates of this applied agri-biological degree will be well placed for a wide range of careers in this vital and developing sector; including plant genetics, bio-chemical research, and agronomy.

On this degree you can select options with a cellular and molecular emphasis underpinning fundamental understanding of plant physiology.

You may take optional modules dealing with a range of applied or associated topics to provide you with the knowledge and insights needed for example to manage crops;

• In agricultural systems
• Conservation grassland
• Woodlands, or
• To develop new approaches and products to control pests and diseases.

You will have the opportunity to take a year's work placement to develop your work based skills, usually taken in research or in the plant science sector.

Chemistry touches every part of our lives. From food and medicine to biotechnology and renewable energy, its influence is endless. As a Chemist, you can have a great career and make a difference in the world.

Our Chemistry degrees are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. This exciting degree allows you to broaden your interests as you discover the subject.

You'll explore the role of chemistry in:

• Drug design
• Electronic properties of molecules and materials
• Renewable energy technology (solar, batteries)
• Nanoscience

You'll study organic, inorganic, physical and structural chemistry. You'll investigate modern analytical techniques and computational chemistry. You can create your own distinct learning experience at Newcastle. You'll explore your interests as you discover the subject.

In Stage 3, you'll take your year in industry. This paid industrial training year is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience.

The facilities are outstanding at Newcastle. You'll have the opportunity to study in modern research laboratories and synthetic chemistry teaching laboratories.

This course provides the opportunity to develop skills as a curator or gallery educator in the fields of both historical and contemporary art.

We aim to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to establish or progress your career working in art museums or galleries.

The course is part of Media, Culture and Heritage in the School of Arts and Cultures. We have a thriving, high-profile interdisciplinary research community. It's made up of postgraduate research students and experienced academic researchers who are key figures in their fields.

You'll have input from professional and academic experts with substantial experience of working in the museum and gallery sectors in various countries.

Working in collaboration with our key partners you'll curate a public-facing group exhibition. You'll also organise and deliver a programme of public activities and learning events. The course is designed to provide you with an unparalleled experience and a professional edge.

The course encourages a hands-on approach. It involves major input from a range of art museum and gallery professionals from the region and beyond. This includes those involved in independent initiatives, national art collections, and internationally significant exhibitions.

This Media and Public Relations master's combines public relations practice with theoretical analysis of the media. Theoretical studies are put in context by social, cultural, economic and political issues.

This master's in media and PR is suitable for:

• Students who have some PR knowledge through their undergraduate studies or voluntary work
• PR professionals wishing to develop their academic knowledge and research methods

Teaching draws on current research carried out by specialists in media, communication and cultural studies.

Through the course you'll gain:

• A critical understanding of media, culture and society
• Knowledge to theorise and analyse media and public relations
• Knowledge of media law and public relations regulations in a transnational context
• An understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different types of data dissemination

You'll also develop valuable professional skills, such as:

• Analytical and critical skills to assess and conduct research in the field of media and PR
• The ability to deliver and evaluate a PR event in the public, private and voluntary sectors
• Skills to set up a campaign network and deliver PR campaign messages
• Skills to produce effective press releases

Our MSc in Sustainable Chemical Engineering will equip you with the tools to create a more sustainable future through innovative processes, materials and technologies.

This MSc is for those who have an engineering or science-based degree. You'll apply your knowledge in industry to:

• Improve sustainability
• Reduce the environmental impact of systems, processes and products

This course meets the growing needs of employers for graduates. You'll learn:

• In-depth knowledge of sustainable engineering
• Cleaner and more innovative environmental technologies

It will provide you with a sound background in the understanding of:

• Environmental
• Economic
• Social issues
• Consequences associated with the operation of industrial processes

You'll gain specialist knowledge and understanding of a variety of topics including:

• Sustainability principles and challenges in a business and industrial context
• Sustainable processing through industrial symbiosis
• Renewable energy options
• Energy management principles
• New and innovative materials and recycling
• Waste and resource minimisation

You'll gain core knowledge and understanding in the following:

• Energy management
• Sustainable design and manufacture
• Sustainable industry
• Recycling and life cycle assessment for sustainable materials
• Research and communication skills

Sustainable Chemical Engineering Stream

You'll enhance your knowledge and understanding of concepts, benefits and impact of:

• fuel cells
• process intensification
• stability and sustainability of materials
• renewable energy: hydrogen and fuel cell technology

This stream will enable you to:

• understand the need for sustainability to be a key consideration in engineering practice
• undertake a SusOp to evaluate the sustainability of a process or technology
• understand the tools and techniques for energy management
• apply the basic principles of science and engineering to the design of a fuel cell, including;
• understanding the commercial and sustainable perspectives
• develop appreciation of the synergy between chemical environment and mechanical and thermal stress leading to failure of the material
• understand the concept of Process Intensification and a wide range of relevant technologies

This stream will enable you to pursue careers in:

• A variety of industries
• Organisations that want employees who understand the benefits of sustainable engineering, waste or energy minimisation etc.

This three-year Mechanical Engineering degree focuses on developing your knowledge and skills across a wide range of mechanical engineering topics. You'll leave Newcastle University equipped with the abilities you need to succeed anywhere in engineering.

We work closely with industry so that your studies reflect the challenges engineers face in the real world. We ensure your practical, professional and academic skills continually develop through guest lectures, placement opportunities and interactions with the engineering industry through projects and visits.

You'll leave a confident engineer with expert knowledge, enhanced through team projects and studying in areas such as:

• Electrical engineering
• Engineering design and manufacturing
• Engineering mathematics
• Engineering operations

You'll build critical teamwork and leadership skills, which are valued by employers, through small team projects and individual engineering investigations.