Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing

Key facts

• The University is seeking accreditation for these new courses from The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
• The course team is proud of its enthusiastic and dedicated staff valued for the quality of support provided to students. All staff members are actively engaged in research work as well as teaching
• The area has strong links with industries, professional bodies and many other universities, and is regularly visited by professional bodies in relation to the accreditation the courses
• An engineering Masters qualification is now required if you wish to become a Chartered Engineer
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge technological development in electrical and electronic technology
• State-of-the-art facilities and analytical tools support the taught and research elements of the course

The need and demand for highly-qualified mechanical and manufacturing engineers in the UK has never been greater. A recent report by the government sets out a vision to be achieved by 2022 to ensure the UK is the leading world player in aerospace manufacturing technology. The focus of this course will be on research and development in such areas as computational analysis, design, advanced propulsion, blended wing, structural design, composite and advanced material development.

These MSc courses have been designed in consultation with industry and will extend your depth of study in the fields of mechanical engineering and manufacturing to an advanced level. They will give you the ability to integrate and solve problems over a range of engineering areas and give you the confidence to lead innovative design, development and application of new and cutting-edge technology.

Career opportunities

The Engineering Council now requires a Chartered Engineer to be qualified to Masters level or equivalent, so there has never been a better time to consider studying for an engineering masters qualification. This course has been tailored to meet the needs of local employers giving you the opportunity to gain career advancement or specialise in mechanical engineering or manufacturing.

Course content

Students can choose a research project from a wide range of topics giving them an opportunity to focus their strengths and pursue their interests.

MSc Mechanical Engineering
•Research Design and Methods
• Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Structures & Numerical Analyses
• Advanced Materials
• Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
• Viscous Flow and Heat Transfer
• Dissertation

MSc Manufacturing
• Research Design and Methods
• Structures and Numerical Analyses
• Advanced Materials
• Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
• Advanced Production and Assembly Systems
• Composite Materials
• Dissertation

MRes Mechanical Engineering
MRes Manufacturing Engineering
You will pursue modules form the related MSc courses, along with an extensive research project.

Entry requirements

These courses are designed as a progression from a related undergraduate degree. If you are interested in the course but are uncertain about whether you can apply, please get in touch with us.

Assessment

You will be assessed throughout your course through a variety of methods including portfolios, presentations and, for certain subjects, examinations.