MEng Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

The MEng Electrical & Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Strathclyde is a five-year, dual-accredited degree that prepares graduates for careers in engineering innovation. The program combines mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems engineering, offering a comprehensive foundation in these fields. Graduates are equipped with expertise in both electrical and mechanical engineering, providing them with a competitive advantage in the job market. The program also emphasizes project work, research, and industry collaboration, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the real-world challenges of engineering.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MEng Electrical & Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Strathclyde is a five-year program that combines mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems engineering. The program aims to develop expertise in these areas, preparing graduates for careers in engineering innovation. Graduates will be able to capitalize on career opportunities in both electrical and mechanical engineering due to the dual accreditation by the IET and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

• Physical principles underlying the design of mechanical systems
• Project work in fuel cells and hydrogen-powered vehicles
• Mathematics and software engineering
• Engineering industry principles and practice

Year 2

• Continuation of Year 1 themes at a more advanced level
• Development of key skills for the engineering profession, including team working on practical design projects and oral presentation skills

Year 3

• Development of specialist engineering skills through advanced topics

Year 4

• Advanced technical understanding of the design and analysis of electromechanical systems
• Individual, industry-focused research project

Year 5

• Multidisciplinary group project with a strong industrial influence
• Advanced electrical and mechanical subjects

Assessment:

• Written assignments
• Individual and group reports
• Oral presentations
• Practical lab work
• End-of-term exams
• Interim report, poster and oral presentations, conduct and final report (Year 4 project)
• Project specification, interim report, oral presentation, group conduct, peer review, individual assessment, tradeshow/exhibition demonstration and a final report (Year 5 project)

Teaching:

• Lectures
• Small group problem-solving tutorials
• Practical laboratories
• Industrial visits
• Seminars by professional engineers
• Development of technical engineering expertise, communication, project management, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills
• Opportunities to work with academic staff on active research projects

Careers:

• Aeronautical engineering
• Automotive engineering
• Renewable energy sources
• Robotic systems
• Satellite and space exploration
• Marine engineering applications
• Project management
• Engineering consultancy
• Patent law

Other:

• The course is run jointly by the Departments of Electronic & Electrical Engineering (EEE) and Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE).
• EEE is renowned for its teaching and research quality, student satisfaction ratings, and excellent graduate employment rates.
• MAE is one of the top-ranked departments of its kind in the UK, home to award-winning research centers spanning aerospace, fluids, structures, and materials.

• All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.
Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter
• Annual revision of fees
Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs.

2024/25

Scotland

£1,820 Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland are subject to confirmation by the Scottish Funding Council.

England, Wales & Northern Ireland

£9,250 Assuming no change in fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study in 2024/25, this is capped at £27,750 (with the exception of the MPharm and integrated Masters programmes), MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years. Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.

International

£26,700 University preparation programme fees

Additional costs

Course materials & costs: the department provides a service whereby printed notes are available to the students subject to a small charge to cover copying costs. Students are recommended/required to have copies of such notes but we provide access to both printed copies and e-copies. The latter are provided without charge – in accordance with University policy. Any printed material that is mandatory (in that form) is provided without additional charge to the students. It's expected that students will, as part of their course, read around the subjects and consult text books. EEE programmes have a degree of practical and project work that will require the use of consumables/components – again the cost of these are met by the department. for their project work. The other costs incurred with regard to books depends upon student preferences. Placements & field trips: the department and student societies support a number of industrial visits throughout the year. These trips are not mandatory for specific programmes and modules and any incurred charge to cover transport is either met by the students or by the department. Study abroad: study abroad is possible in Years 3 to 5 but is only compulsory (in year 4) for the "with International Study" degree programmes. Students will bear some of the cost of this which will vary depending on country of study. (Support from SAAS and Erasmus may be available). All undergraduates and PGI students are provided for the duration of their course with student-membership of IET (Professional Body) paid for by the department. Some hardware (micro controllers, design boards) may be made available to students for loan subject to appropriate refundable deposit. Students may consider purchase of low cost microcontroller boards for 3rd year and beyond project work - cost from £10 to £30. Access to EEE Computer labs out of working hours is via card access - card cost is £20 - refundable on return of card. (Paid top-ups possible via University IT services). Expected printing and report binding costs are around £15 to £20 a year - will depend upon exact programme and class assignments. Binding is provided at cost (50p to £1.00) by EEE Resource Centre in R4.01. International students: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.