MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

The Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc program at Coventry University equips graduates with advanced knowledge in thermofluids, metrology, design, and simulation. Through collaboration with industry, students gain practical experience and access to state-of-the-art facilities. The program emphasizes creativity and innovation, preparing graduates for careers in the automotive and aerospace industries, as well as research and development.

Program Outline

Program Analysis:

Degree Overview:

• Name: Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc
• Mode: Full-time, Part-time, Sandwich
• Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, 2 years sandwich
• Location: Coventry University (Coventry)
• Start Date: September 2024, January 2025
• Objectives:
• Equip graduates with versatility and depth of understanding to handle new, unusual challenges in mechanical engineering and foster necessary imagination/creativity for innovation.
• Provide in-depth knowledge of advanced topics such as thermofluids, metrology, design and technology, engineering simulation and analysis.
• Overview:
• The program draws heavily from Coventry University's research in areas like durability and reliability, lightweight engineering, sustainable energy generation (wind and hydropower), advanced simulation, and future-oriented concepts.
• Collaboration with industry allows guest speaker events (subject to availability) with latest technological advancements, as well as collaborative industry projects (subject to availability).
• Offers access to modern facilities including a Mercedes AMG Petronas wind tunnel, composites lab, metrology lab, shaker rig, flow lab, engine test cell, automotive workshop, fatigue and tensile testing equipment, a full-size Harrier Jet, three simulators, civil engineering testing equipment, CNC machinery, and a laser workshop.
• Optional "work placement" opportunity to further develop skills and maximize employability prospects (see modules for details).

Outline:

• Structure: The course comprises of taught modules, individual projects, and optional work placements.
• Modules (subject to change):
• Design Principles and Practice (15 credits) - principles of engineering design, design management, creative problem solving, design process, artefact development, design evaluation.
• Engineering Simulation and Analysis (15 credits) - advanced engineering analysis methods, including Design of Experiments (DOE), optimization, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) based problems.
• Wind and Hydro Power Engineering (20 credits) - wind and hydropower systems design and evaluation, renewable energy source assessment, performance characteristics analysis, social/financial/environmental impacts, blade design principles, different wind/hydro turbine technologies appraisal.
• Leading Strategic Change through Creativity and Innovation (10 credits) - framework for managing change using creativity and innovation in various organizational scenarios.
• Thermofluid Systems (15 credits) - application of thermofluids science in system design, use of CFD software for design optimization and performance evaluation.
• Stress and Dynamics (10 credits) - steel components design for offshore renewable energy structures, industry-standard CAE software combined with advanced mechanics of materials and Design Standards (Eurocodes, NORSOK).
• Durability and Reliability of Mechanical Structures (10 credits) - design and delivery of mechanical components and systems based on durability and reliability attributes, structural durability and sustainability of renewable energy technologies (solar power, hydroelectricity, wind energy, tidal turbines).
• Project Management (15 credits) - managing organizational change through projects, especially those related to new products, equipment, operating systems, personal development portfolio creation.
• Integrated Design Project (10 credits) - collaborative project focused on strength/stability/serviceability, reliability/durability, optimization according to Design Standards (EuroCode, NORSOK).
• Individual Project (60 credits) - application of theories and techniques learned during taught modules, chosen focus area or combination of subjects.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods vary depending on the module: reports, tests, exams, practical coursework, presentations.
• Coventry University follows assessment strategies to ensure fairness and monitor student progress toward intended learning outcomes.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, case studies, simulations, individual/group exercises/projects.
• Activity-Led Learning approach used in many modules (e.g., investigating network flow patterns using computer simulation and commercial packages for improved thermofluid system design).
• Practical learning opportunities in modern metrology laboratory.
• Part-time teaching arrangements vary and can be requested.
• Average contact hours in taught semesters: 12 per week
• Expected self-directed study: 35 hours per week (may vary by module)
• Project semester: supervisor-supported self-directed study, approximately 45 hours per week, supervisor meetings 1 hour per week, optional project support workshops (around 10 hours).
• Contact hours may be a combination of face-to-face, individual/group tutorials, online classes/tutorials.
• Emerging technologies may be incorporated into the learning experience.
• Course delivery adapts to public authority guidelines and prioritizes staff/student safety.

Careers:

• Completion opens doors to careers as mechanical engineers in automotive and aerospace industries.
• Opportunity to work for companies like ExxonMobil, Airbus, JLR, Bentley, Lotus, Unipart, Aston Martin Lagonda, OEMs.
• Potential for PhD studies and research careers.
• Coventry University's strong connections support career readiness and industry demand preparation.

Other:

• Program duration may include extended semesters (with fees) for work placement opportunities (up to 12 months).
• Course content can be updated.
• Additional costs beyond tuition may include overseas field trips (if applicable), work placement costs (if applicable), international students' ATAS certificates (if required).
• Course seeks to produce engineers with versatility and understanding for new and unusual mechanical engineering challenges, along with the imagination and creativity necessary to innovate.

Please note:

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• UK, Ireland*, Channel Islands or Isle of Man: £11,200 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee)
• £20,050 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee) per year without EU support bursary
• International: £20,050 | £4,000 (Work placement option additional fee)