European Master in Advanced Structural Analysis and Design using Composite Materials

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The European Master in Advanced Structural Analysis and Design using Composite Materials - FRP++ - is a one-year, full-time intensive academic programme (60 ECTS) leading to the awarding of a double master degree. The FRP++ offers an advanced integrated educational programme covering the key issues of the Composites industry with a particular focus on i) materials and manufacturing processes, ii) mechanics and modelling, iii) analysis and design, iv) inspection, diagnosis, repair and strengthening, and v) sustainability and life cycle analysis. The Master combines the diverse expertise of leading European HEIs in the related fields (Univ. of Minho, Girona, Naples and INSA/UPS) to offer an excellent education proposal oriented to a multidisciplinary understanding of structural Composites through the involvement of specialists from complementary fields (engineers, materials science and others). The six coursework units (1st semester), held on a rotating basis among partners, is concentrated in two countries each year and dissertation work (2nd semester) is divided by all involved institutions. Students carry out the entire coursework in one location and the dissertation in another location. The curriculum is the same, no matter the student mobility track. The programme also includes the Integration Week (November) and the annual FRP++ workshop (May) where all students will meet together in Consortium members that do not host any Coursework in this academic year. Through an excellent education, students will gain cutting-edge knowledge on structural Composites in a research-driven environment, maintaining close collaboration with industry and an important focus on solving practical problems, to compete in a highly demanding market, such as construction, aerospace and aeronautics, automotive, wind energy, among others, where Composites are fundamental. The FRP++ combines the latest research advances with the development of activities related to professional practice.