To equip graduates with a detailed knowledge of advanced methods in mechanical engineering, including theoretical foundations, computational and experimental methods and engineering applications. To meet industrial need for graduates with the above qualities at a Master's level. To increase awareness of the opportunities offered by current research in Mechanical Engineering and its application to current practice. To fulfil the Engineers Ireland requirements for a Master's degree in an engineering discipline as a minimum educational standard for Chartered Engineer status for students graduating in 2013. To enhance graduates' existing educational base and employment prospects.

Prospective careers for graduates are very broad including the energy, biomedical, aerospace, manufacturing, construction and chemical industries.