MSc Mechanical Engineering at Ulster University

Programme overview

A specialist MSc providing the knowledge and understanding of concepts and methods needed to solve industrial problems, hosted by the Engineering Research Institute in Belfast.

Study mode: part-time / full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Full-time students take four modules in each of semesters 1 and 2, then complete a dissertation over the summer. Part-time students generally take two modules per semester, typically attending on Fridays during term time with some evening modules.

Career pathways

Graduates are more employable in Northern Ireland's advanced manufacturing, materials and engineering sectors, and the MSc supports career progression, PhD study or research posts, including PhD programmes in the Engineering Research Institute.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MSc: normally a second class honours degree or better in a relevant engineering, science, physics or technology discipline, or a postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering or technology discipline. PgDip: normally an honours or non-honours degree or postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering, technology or science discipline; in exceptional cases substantial industrial experience evidenced by a portfolio may be considered. International applicants: Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score below 5.5.

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