MSc Mechanical Engineering at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

The University of Bolton’s MSc in Mechanical Engineering aims to meet the industry's need for professional engineers with postgraduate knowledge and skills. It's an ideal choice if you’re an ambitious graduate seeking to achieve Chartered Engineer (CEng) status to advance your career.

Duration: 12 months Full-time; also offered: 24 months part-time; 18 months full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Research Skills and Project Management; Advanced Engineering Modelling and Analysis; Smart Engineering Systems; Product Innovation and New Technologies; Individual Major Project; Advanced Thermal Power and Energy Systems; Mechanics, Materials and Manufacture Processes.

Career pathways

This course addresses contemporary issues in mechanical engineering. After graduation, you'll be ready to enter industries that involve engineering activities, especially in roles that demand knowledge of material and structure testing, design and simulation, manufacturing and energy technologies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally, you should have at least a lower second class honours degree (2.2) in an engineering-related subject; for instance, a BSc (Hons) or BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. Your application will also be considered if you have alternative equivalent qualifications with extensive relevant work experience. We'll consider applications where appropriate work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the published academic qualifications in line with the University’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details. We're more than happy to have an informal chat with you about this course, either over the phone or in person. If you wish to meet in person, please contact the Programme Leader to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,496 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months Full-time; also offered: 24 months part-time; 18 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/join-us/how-to-apply-and-admissions

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