MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An IMechE-accredited master's, providing a route to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, that develops in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical topics with a specialist aerospace pathway and skills in project management and risk analysis.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering | Duration: 12 months full-time; up to 36 months part-time (part-time September start only) | Intake: January and September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory and optional taught modules on advanced mechanical engineering and the aerospace domain over two semesters (September to January, January to May), followed by an MSc project.

Career pathways

Suitable for graduate engineers in sectors including chemical and process engineering, design engineering, power generation, manufacturing, oil and gas, and renewable energy. The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering is targeted for graduate recruitment by over 60 companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent professional qualification. A lower class degree may be considered with relevant work experience. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement; other recognised tests such as TOEFL and PTE accepted).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per academic year. Same fee for Scottish and England, Wales & Northern Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per academic year. Source

Intake: January and September

Duration: 12 months full-time; up to 36 months part-time (part-time September start only)

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