Mechanical engineers apply their scientific knowledge to solve problems and design machines that help us to enjoy a better lifestyle. As a mechanical engineer you may work in design, development, research, consultancy, manufacture or marketing, combining technical and managerial experience. Whether you are a UK student, looking to complete your studies towards requirements for chartered status, or an overseas student, looking to study at one of the leading UK engineering faculties, this could be the course for you. This MSc course offers the chance to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering, covering engineering science, design and technology. Building upon this broad base, we offer a number of streams which allow you to specialise in one particular area including aerospace, automotive, bioengineering, materials and manufacturing. These build on our key research and academic strengths, along with our strong industrial links. Hence modules and projects delivered by internationally recognised experts in the area, including specialist lectures from industrial experts.

On completion of the course you will have the skills suitable for a wide range of careers concerned with product structural integrity and failure analysis of materials in sectors such as aerospace and automotive. As well as offering you the chance to pursue a fulfilling career within industry and related areas, the MSc programmes offered by the department provide an excellent foundation for further research and a significant number of our students continue their studies to PhD level and beyond.