Program Overview

MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Materials

The MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Materials is a postgraduate degree designed for those who wish to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering with a focus on materials. This course provides an in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical engineering topics and satisfies the Further Learning requirements necessary to obtain Chartered Engineer status.

Key Facts

• Start date: January & September
• Accreditation: Institution of Mechanical Engineers and provides a route for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
• Study mode and duration: 12 months full-time; up to 36 months part-time (September start only)

Why this Course?

This course is aimed at those who wish to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering with a focus on materials. It provides an in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical engineering topics. You'll also gain generic skills in order to contribute effectively in developing company capabilities.

What you’ll Study

You'll complete a selection of taught compulsory and optional modules designed to develop advanced mechanical engineering expertise and knowledge, with a strong focus on materials sciences. Topics including industrial metallurgy, engineering composites, and the role of materials within manufacturing processes, will be explored.

Modules

• Compulsory modules:
  • Professional Skills for Senior Engineers (10 credits)
  • Research Methodology (10 credits)
  • Energy Resources & Policy (10 credits)
  • Advanced Materials Processing & Manufacturing (10 credits)
  • Advanced Topics in Fluid Systems Engineering (10 credits)
  • Advanced Topics in Mechanics & Dynamics (10 credits)
  • Engineering Composites (10 credits)
  • Industrial Metallurgy (10 credits)
• Optional modules:
  • Energy Systems Analysis (10 credits)
  • Electrical Power Systems (10 credits)
  • Energy Modelling & Monitoring (10 credits)
  • Degradation of Metals & Alloys (10 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Materials Science (10 credits)
  • Spaceflight Systems (10 credits)
  • Satellite Data Assimilation & Analysis (10 credits)
  • Aerodynamics of Supersonic Aircraft (10 credits)
  • Atmospheric Flight Dynamics & Control (10 credits)
  • Lightweight Structures (10 credits)
  • Engineering Artificial Environments (10 credits)
  • Nuclear Power Systems (10 credits)

MSc Project

Only students who pass all required taught compulsory and optional modules will progress to the MSc Project. The project, completed between May and August, involves in-depth study of a selected topic. This may be industry-themed or aligned to current materials sciences research within the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Strathclyde.

Entry Requirements

• Academic requirements/experience: Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent professional qualification. A lower class degree may be considered with relevant work experience.
• English language requirements: If English is not your first language, please visit the English language requirements page for full details of the requirements in place.

Fees & Funding

• Scotland: £11,900
• England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £11,900
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status.
• International: £31,100
• Additional costs: Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.
• Available scholarships: Take a look at the scholarships search for funding opportunities.

Careers

We work closely with the University's Careers Service. They offer advice and guidance on career planning and looking for and applying for jobs. In addition, they administer and publicise graduate and work experience opportunities. Engineering graduates, particularly Mechanical Engineers, are in demand from recruiting companies. This course is designed to meet industrial demand for qualified staff in the area of Mechanical Engineering. This course is particularly suitable for Graduate Engineers in the following sectors:

• Chemical, Petrochemical & Process Engineering
• Design Engineering
• Power Generation
• Manufacturing
• Oil & Gas
• Renewable Energy

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and provides a route for you to achieve Chartered Engineer status.