Thermal Power and Propulsion - MSc by Research (part-time) at Cranfield University

Programme overview

The UK continues to lead the world in power and propulsion technology. In addition to its established aerospace role, the gas turbine is finding increasing application in power generation, oil and gas pumping, chemical processing and power plants for ships and other large vehicles. The MSc by Research (part-time) of the Thermal Power and Propulsion course, is a specialist training to enhance your career through the knowledge and skills developed in the design, and operation of gas turbine systems of different types of gas turbines for all applications.

Faculty: Aerospace | Duration: Part-time MSc by research two years | Study mode: part-time | Intake: January, June or September | Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Delivery: Supervisory meetings and recommended short course attendance. Individual research project 100%. Supervisory meetings and recommended short course attendance. Individual research project 100%.

Career pathways

Your career will greatly benefit from a postgraduate qualification and personal development opportunity with one of the UK’s top postgraduate universities, specialising in gas turbines. The applied nature of the course enables personalised, specific and organisationally aligned development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK first or second class undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied in engineering, mathematics, physics or an applied science discipline. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components. ATAS clearance required for international students who need a visa (except exempt nationalities).

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,500 for the whole programme (2025/26). MSc by Research Part-time Source

International applicants: GBP 11,087 for the whole programme (2025/26). MSc by Research Part-time Source

Intake: January, June or September

Duration: Part-time MSc by research two years

Apply through the official page: https://eve.cranfield.ac.uk/prospectuslinks/course/?title=MSc by Research in Aerospace and Aviation

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