Mechanical Engineering MSc at Northumbria University

Programme overview

At a time when there is an international shortage of mechanical engineers there has never been a better time to enter this dynamic and rewarding industry. The Mechanical Engineering MSc course will provide you with advanced knowledge and skills in key aspects of mechanical engineering. Throughout the duration of this course, you will develop a critical awareness of ethical and environmental considerations, in addition to learning about advanced mechanical engineering practice and theory.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics | Duration: 1 year Full Time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Advanced Stress and Structural Analysis, Heat, Mass Transfer & Computational Fluid Dynamics, Sustainable Development for Engineering Practitioners, Engineering Optimisation and Design, Research Methods, Research Project, Thermo-Mechanical Energy Conversion Systems.

Career pathways

Many graduates choose to pursue a career in the expansive engineering sector, in roles such as designers, analysts, project managers or consultants.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in an engineering or science discipline. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis. International applicants (apart from exempt nationalities) will need an ATAS certificate to enrol on this course. Without this certificate, a visa application will be refused. Please visit: for more information. International qualifications: English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,565 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full UK course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full international course fee for 2027/28 entry. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year Full Time

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=DTFMGN6&code2=0004

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