MSc Mechanical Engineering at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

On this course you'll develop an understanding of the core mechanical engineering disciplines, while improving your creative thinking and professional practice. Start in September or January. Drive your engineering career further with a Master's that works with your professional practice.

Duration: 1 year full-time (September start); 16 months full-time (January start); 3 years part-time (September start) | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: January 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Advanced Materials; Computational Fluid Dynamics; Control Systems; Energy Systems; Structural Application of Finite Elements; Structural Integrity; Individual Project (MSc).

Career pathways

As a successful graduate of this course, you'll have an accredited postgraduate mechanical engineering qualification on your CV, proving your expertise in the sector. This sets you up for work as a mechanical engineer in fields including design, research and development, manufacturing or the Armed Forces.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. English language: IELTS band 6.0 (or equivalent) with no component score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,700 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time: £9,700, subject to annual increase Source

International applicants: GBP 19,200 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time: £19,200, subject to annual increase Source

Intake: January 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time (September start); 16 months full-time (January start); 3 years part-time (Septembe

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-mechanical-engineering

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