Graduate Studies Prospectus - University of Oxford
Graduate Studies Prospectus - University of Oxford
Graduate Studies Prospectus - University of Oxford
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Nanotechnologywww.conted.ox.ac.uk/nanoϐϐKey FactsTaught ProgrammesEntry RequirementsEnglish LanguageRequirementsFeesPostgraduate Certificate inNanotechnology (part-time and online)Applicants should normally havea minimum <strong>of</strong> an undergraduatedegree in a mathematical or physicalsciences discipline, e.g. mathematics,materials science, physics, chemistry,or engineering, or an equivalent level <strong>of</strong>demonstrable skills as a result <strong>of</strong> training.Higher levelwww.conted.ox.ac.uk/nanoNumber <strong>of</strong> Applicants Up to 20Number <strong>of</strong>Up to 20Places OfferedApplication Deadlines 21 November 2008, 23 January 2009and 13 March 2009.We may accept applications after themain deadlines if places are availablePlease contact Enquiries for furtherinformationContact for Enquiries Nanotechnology Portfolio Administratornano@conted.ox.ac.uk+44 (0) 1865 286951ϐϐResources AvailableStudents have access to the <strong>University</strong> libraries, ContinuingEducation Library, Rewley House, IT resources, a virtual learningenvironment, a dedicated Registry <strong>of</strong>fice specialising in part-timestudents and the IT helpdesk.ϐϐCollegesNo college affiliation is required for students studying for thePostgraduate Certificate.ϐϐTaught ProgrammesPostgraduate Certificate in Nanotechnology (part-time)The Postgraduate Certificate programme comprises threemodules. The programme has been developed using acollaborative, student-centred approach, and introduces studentsto fundamental material essential to the understanding <strong>of</strong>nanotechnology.|| Length <strong>of</strong> programme: One year, part-time, online|| Core and optional courses: The programme comprises threemodules:|| The Wider Context <strong>of</strong> Nanotechnology.|| The Fundamental Science <strong>of</strong> Nanotechnology.|| Fundamental Characterisation <strong>of</strong> Nanotechnology.|| Difficult concepts are presented in an engaging way.|| Modules include a blend <strong>of</strong> studying online learning materialsand group work in the form <strong>of</strong> online discussions and research.|| Tutors provide online support replicating the <strong>Oxford</strong> tutorialsystem.|| Modules introduce the most commonly used and mostimportant analytical, quantitative and experimental methodsin nanotechnology.|| Students consolidate and apply their knowledge to techniquesand methods in the analysis <strong>of</strong> nanotechnology problems.Full details can be found at:www.conted.ox.ac.uk/nano|| Programme specification:www.conted.ox.ac.uk/nano|| We reserve the right not to run all or part <strong>of</strong> the programmeif the number <strong>of</strong> successful applicants falls below a minimumthreshold.ϐϐ<strong>Graduate</strong> DestinationsMost part-time students on this programme are already infull-time employment in related fields on commencement <strong>of</strong> theprogramme.Continuing EducationϐϐAcademic Staff Pr<strong>of</strong>ilesDr Christiane Norenberg is the Course Director for thePostgraduate Certificate in Nanotechnology. Dr Norenberg worksas Nanotechnology HEIF (Higher Education Innovation Fund)Manager at the <strong>Oxford</strong> <strong>University</strong> Begbroke Science Park andalso as temporary Departmental Lecturer at the Department<strong>of</strong> Materials <strong>of</strong> <strong>Oxford</strong> <strong>University</strong>. Her research interests are inthe areas <strong>of</strong> surface science, growth and characterisation <strong>of</strong>nanostructures on surfaces and nanotechnology in general.LLEnquiries:nano@conted.ox.ac.ukHow to apply: www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/151
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