Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a mechanical, automotive or engineering discipline.

Months of entry

January, March, May, July, September, November

Course content

Develop your versatility and depth of understanding of mechanical engineering as you prepare to deal with new and unusual challenges, alongside the necessary imagination and creativity to innovate.

This course is for you if you want to:

• gain expertise in managing complex engineering projects by breaking down systems into manageable subsystems, and ensuring each component meets rigorous requirements. Through hands-on experience with advanced CAD software, you should master 3D modelling, simulation, and the application of loading conditions to solve real-world challenges
• study the properties and applications of advanced materials, including composites, smart materials, and nanomaterials, helping you to understand their role in innovative engineering solutions
• learn about sustainability, efficiency and integration of new technologies in the manufacturing sector
• explore the examination of power generation systems, inclusive of renewable energy sources, with an emphasis on efficiency, sustainability, and the development of innovative energy solutions
• learn advanced concepts in stress analysis and the dynamic behaviour of mechanical structures to understand and predict the performance of engineering components and systems under various loading conditions
• enhance your ability to design resilient and efficient structures capable of withstanding dynamic loading conditions.

Why you should study this course

• Develop advanced skills in thermofluids, materials and manufacturing, design and technology, and engineering simulation and analysis.
• Access a wide range of industry-standard commercial engineering software used for computer-aided design, finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics.
• Model and analyse engineering systems using stress analysis, heat transfer, dynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Benefit from our current strong links with local industry, which include Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Aston Martin, Unipart, SAIC, Prodrive, Airbus, Tata, GKN, Ricardo and MIRA.
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement. See the modules for more details.

IMechE Membership Partner

We are a Membership Partner with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Working in collaboration with the IMechE we aim to ensure our engineers and technical teams meet industry-recognised standards of engineering excellence. We are committed to the professional development of everyone within our organisation, and recognise that professional registration and recognition are crucial in helping our employees and business grow and excel.

Please use the official Coventry University website as your main source of information as our courses are subject to change throughout the year.