Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Course Overview

The M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering addresses advanced topics over a wide range of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering subjects. Within the M.Sc., there is a wide range of module options and an excellent opportunity to engage in topical research with leading research groups within the School of Engineering. An important part of the M.Sc. programme is a research dissertation, which directly builds on some of the content of the modules. Themed areas include advanced manufacturing, materials, fluid mechanics and automation design. Students may also follow the “Zero Carbon Technology” option with a focus on technology to achieve the transformation to low-carbon energy and transport. The Zero Carbon Technology strand will cover power, transport and resources with related business and planning options.



The M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering is designed to provide a flexible route to a Masters qualification for students who have completed a bachelors degree. It addresses advanced topics over a wide range of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering subjects. Within the M.Sc., there is a wide range of module options and an excellent opportunity to engage in topical research with leading research groups within the School of Engineering, as an important part of this programme is a research dissertation, which directly builds on some of the content of the modules. Themed areas include advanced manufacturing, materials, fluid mechanics and automation design. Students may also follow the “Zero Carbon Technology” option with a focus on technology to achieve the transformation to low-carbon energy and transport. The Zero Carbon Technology strand will cover power, transport and resources with related business and planning options.



Is This Course For Me?

This course is designed for postgraduate students who hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and who are interested in pursuing a career in the development of zero-carbon technologies and sustainable energy systems.



This programme is suitable for those who want to expand their knowledge and skills in the design, development, and implementation of zero-carbon technologies, including renewable energy systems, energy storage systems, and energy efficiency measures. It is also suitable for those interested in understanding the environmental impacts of energy production and consumption and the policy frameworks surrounding the transition to a zero-carbon future.



This programme is also ideal for professionals who are already working in the field of mechanical engineering, renewable energy, or related areas and who are seeking to upskill or change their career path towards the development of zero-carbon technologies and sustainable energy systems.



Course Structure

The M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering is worth 90 ECTS, with students taking 60 ECTS of taught modules and a 30 ECTS research project and dissertation. This M.Sc. course can be taken as either a full-time 1-year or a part-time 2 to 3-year postgraduate course. Alternatively, candidates may choose to study for a Postgraduate Diploma (60 ECTS) or a Postgraduate certificate (30 ECTS) by selecting from various taught module options. The Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate certificate awards do not include a research project. Part-time students may follow the staged award part of 3 years of study.

The M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering consists of taught modules and a research project.



Mechanical Engineering mandatory modules include: Research Project; Research Methods.



Students can customise their degree with a range of modules, which include: Advanced Thermal Fluid Sciences; Engineering Vibrations and Noise; Control Engineering II; Instrumentation and Experimental Techniques; Introduction to Computational

Fluid Mechanics; Micro and Precision Manufacturing; Supply Chain Management; Safety Management Systems and Risk Assessment; Wind Energy; Energy Policy and Building Energy Demand; Wave and Hydro Energy; Transportation Policy; Advanced Spatial Analysis using GIS; Finite Element Analysis; Medical Device Design Innovation Project; Tissue Engineering; Biomechanics; Biomaterials; Turbomachinery; Deep Learning and its Applications; Low Carbon Transport Technology; Low Carbon Power Technology; Geo-resources and Carbon Impact; Cyber-physical Systems and Control.

Admission is normally restricted to graduates who have achieved an upper second-class honours degree (2.1), or better, in engineering, science, computing, statistics, mathematics or a related discipline. Well-qualified candidates or industry professionals from other numerate disciplines who have sufficient knowledge of engineering and science, may also be considered.

Closing Date: 31st July 2025

1 year full-time / 2 or 3 years part-time

Next Intake: September 2025

Career Opportunities

Graduates have pursued careers in R&D and in high-tech sectors such as medical devices and aerospace, as well as PhD research.