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MSc Mechanical Engineering
Advanced study of how design and manufacture fit together in mechanical engineering. For engineering, computing or physical science graduates seeking specialist engineering roles.
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World Changers Global Excellence Scholarship for new international UG students (2027 entry): £10,000 per year for Science & Engineering and MVLS, £7,000 per year for Arts and Social Sciences. Global Leadership Scholarship for PGT: £10,000 tuition fee waiver.
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A clearer look at MSc Mechanical Engineering
Advanced study of how design and manufacture fit together in mechanical engineering. For engineering, computing or physical science graduates seeking specialist engineering roles.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on programming and computational problem-solving, computer systems, software and data, designing and evaluating practical digital solutions. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Programming and computational problem-solving
- Computer systems, software and data
- Designing and evaluating practical digital solutions
- Mechanics, materials and thermofluids
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Programming
- Algorithmic thinking
- Systems analysis
- Technical project work
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Practical, laboratory, studio, simulation or supervised activities where appropriate to the discipline.
- Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy logical problem-solving and want a broad technical foundation for digital careers. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Software developer
- Systems analyst
- IT consultant
- Technical solutions specialist
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
34 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01Engineering Skills MPublished course content
- 02Advanced ManufacturePublished course content
- 03Integrated Engineering DesignPublished course content
- 04MSc ProjectPublished course content
- 05Advanced Control 5Published course content
- 06Thermal Engineering 4Published course content
- 07Autonomous Vehicle Guidance Systems MPublished course content
- 08Control MPublished course content
- 09LasersPublished course content
- 10Materials EngineeringPublished course content
- 11Mechanics Of Solids And StructuresPublished course content
- 12VibrationPublished course content
- 13Dynamics 5Published course content
- 14Ultrasound Technology and ApplicationsPublished course content
- 15Advanced Thermal Engineering 5Published course content
- 16Advanced UltrasonicsPublished course content
- 17ProjectPublished course content
- 18Engineering Mathematics/MathematicsPublished course content
- 19Advanced MathematicsPublished course content
- 20Applied MathematicsPublished course content
- 21CalculusPublished course content
- 22Differential CalculusPublished course content
- 23Differential EquationsPublished course content
- 24Engineering AnalysisPublished course content
- 25Engineering MathematicsPublished course content
- 26Integral CalculusPublished course content
- 27MathematicsPublished course content
- 28Multivariable CalculusPublished course content
- 29StatisticsPublished course content
- 30Thermodynamics (2.1 level required)Published course content
- 31Vector CalculusPublished course content
- 32Mechanical Engineering-related subjectsPublished course content
- 33Aerospace StructuresPublished course content
- 34Computational MechanicsPublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:1 Honours (or equivalent) in Engineering, Computing Science or Physical Sciences/Mathematics with at least 3 credit-bearing Engineering modules.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor Special or Professional degree: 2:1 / 60% / GPA 3.30 for programmes requiring a UK 2:1; 2:2 / 55% / GPA 3.0 for programmes requiring a UK 2:2.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
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