Mechanical Engineering MSc

Program Overview

It provides industry-relevant content, placement opportunities, and research-active teaching staff, equipping graduates to work at the forefront of the industry in roles responsible for designing and developing the world around us.

Program Outline

Mechanical Engineering MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert

Degree Overview:

• Developed in consultation with industry and accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
• Addresses the UK engineering skills gap and global demand for multiskilled engineers.
• Provides industry-relevant content, placement opportunities, and input from research-active teaching staff.
• Equips graduates to work at the forefront of the industry in roles responsible for designing and developing the world around us.
• Covers core engineering disciplines through modules such as Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods, Advanced Materials Structures and Design, and Advanced Mechanical Engineering.
• Features a substantial individual project focused on specific research interests.
• Addresses the environmental impact of human activities and energy consumption, with a focus on the role of mechanical engineers in finding solutions.
• Builds transferable skills through insights into the engineering business environment and other engineering disciplines.
• Graduates work in design, development, research, and manufacturing roles for companies including BMW, Siemens, and Ricardo.

Outline:

• Modules:
• Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods
• Advanced Materials, Structures and Design
• Advanced Mechanical Engineering
• Resource Efficient Design and digital manufacturing
• Individual Project
• Delivery:
• Lectures, tutorials, and laboratories
• Balance between theory and practice
• 16 hours per week during term time of timetabled taught sessions (full-time study)
• 24 hours per week of independent study and assignments (full-time study)
• Facilities:
• Mechanical lab with machine tools for student designs
• Engine testing facility with full instrumentation
• CAD design suite with ProEngineer Creo2, Solidworks, and Autodesk Multiphysics Simulation software

Assessment:

• Assessed through a combination of coursework, examinations, and projects.
• Specific assessment methods vary depending on the module.

Teaching:

• Research-active teaching staff with expertise in areas like combustion modelling, energy conversion, computational rheology, surface engineering.
• Strong emphasis on theoretical and analytical knowledge translated into practical skills.

Careers:

• Graduates work in various industries, including robotics and automation, machine vision, consumer products, and manufacturing.
• Opportunities for further academic study towards a doctorate degree and research careers.
• Some graduates complete optional placements with companies like Caterpillar and Network Rail.

Other:

• Scholarships and bursaries available for UK and international students.
• DMU shortlisted for the Postgraduate Award in the 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs).
• Option to complete a one-year placement (country restrictions apply).

Additional Notes:

• The program is also offered in a part-time format.

2023/24 full-time fees for UK students: £9,000 per year. 2024/25 full-time fees for UK students: £9,500 per year. For 2023/24 tuition full-time fees will be £17,100 per year. For 2024/25 tuition full-time fees will be £17,600 per year.