The MSc course offers you the opportunity to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering, covering engineering science, design and technology. From abroad base, it builds on our key research and academic strengths and concludes with an individual project in the summer term. You will develop skills including the ability to solve problems using both logic and creative/innovative approaches, excellent numerate, computer and analytical skills, the ability to plan, prioritise and work to deadlines under pressure and the proficiency to communicate with others.
Course structure
The MSc Mechanical Engineering consists of 70 credits of core modules and 50 credits of optional taught modules, along with a 60-credit summer individual project often linked with industrially sponsored research. Projects include experimental analyses, design-oriented studies and the development of mathematical or computational models. The compulsory modules will teach you about the latest, cutting-edge developments in engineering from our world-leading research groups. You will also be able to choose from a number of optional modules which will allow you to focus your studies on your areas of interest.
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Modules
Typical core modules
Advanced Engineering Design
Advanced Technology Review
Finite Element Analysis or Computational Fluid Dynamics
Individual Postgraduate Project
Integrated Systems Analysis
Research Planning
Typical optional modules
Advanced Dynamics
Additive Manufacturing and 3D-Printing
Aircraft Propulsion Systems
Computer Modeling Technique
Conservation and Recycling of Materials
Fibre Reinforced Composites Engineering
Finite Element Analysis
Finite Element Analysis in Structural Mechanics
Internal Combustion Engines
Introduction to Aerospace Technology
Introduction to Automotive Technology
Making Metals Perform
Management Studies 3
Mathematical Techniques in Partial Differential Equations for Engineers
Mathematics for Engineering Management
Polymer Engineering
Power Generation and Carbon Capture
Robotics and Automation Technology
Statistical Process Control and Quality Improvement
Stress Analysis
Thermofluids
Entry requirements
An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
Applicants must have graduated from an approved university. Other equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element).
TOEFL (iBT): 79 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking).
PTE (Academic): 55 (with no less than 51 in each element).
MUET: Band 3.
IELTS, TOEFL and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old and all IELTS must be the academic version of the test. MUET results are valid for five years from the date of the release of results.