Mechanical Engineering

Entry requirements

Specific entry requirements for a MSc in Mechanical Engineering degree are: Entry can be made to the course through holding at least a lower second class award of BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or other related subject

Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications or relevant work / life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from Master-level studies are welcome. If you have not studied recently you may need to undertake a Top-Up degree Entry programme first

Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate competence in the language. The normal minimum standard required is IELTS 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

Note: An ATAS may be required for overseas students – students are advised to ‘Check if you need an ATAS certificate (https://www.academic-technology-approval.service.gov.uk/)’ using CAH code CAH10-01-02

Months of entry

September

Course content

This course prepares you to rapidly progress your career in an exciting, growing industry. Our course is aimed at both new graduates and industry professionals who wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge in a wide range of mechanical engineering subjects.

At present there is a nationwide shortage of skilled Mechanical Engineers, which means that the skills you develop on this course will be in high demand.

We’re home to world-class facilities for computational mechanics, tribology, surface engineering and additive manufacturing.

Our programme topics include computational mechanics, thermodynamics, materials technology, computer aided design, and engineering simulation.

Why study with us

• Our course has been developed specifically to address the growing industry demand in Mechanical Engineering.
• You’ll study in state-of-the-art facilities, including in our new £35 million Engineering Innovation Centre.
• We’ve a wide range of equipment – both at laboratory and industry scale, and computer modelling facilities.