PhD Mechanical Engineering at Swansea University

Programme overview

A research degree in Mechanical Engineering at Bay Campus, supervised by Swansea's engineering research staff with close links to industry including Tata Steel and Ford. Computational mechanics forms the basis for most projects.

Department: School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A supervised original research project in mechanical engineering, shaped by multidisciplinary research across the engineering disciplines and examined by thesis.

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Entry requirements

PhD and MPhil applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a similar relevant science discipline. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (or a Swansea University recognised equivalent). Non-UK/EU applicants are required to obtain ATAS clearance for this programme. One academic reference is required. Admissions decisions may also reflect the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Year 1 tuition fee; fees for later years rise by 3%; part-time fee per year 1: UK £2,619, international £12,500 Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

Duration: 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time

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