MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace Masters Degree
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
This accredited Mechanical Engineering program provides a solid foundation in core concepts like Aerodynamic Propulsion Systems and Spaceflight Mechanics. With a range of specialist pathways to choose from, graduates gain expertise in areas such as Advanced Topics in Fluid Systems Engineering and Energy Resources & Policy. The program fosters skills in project management, risk analysis, and sustainability, equipping students for careers in industries including chemical engineering, design engineering, and renewable energy.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Compulsory Modules:
- Aerodynamic Performance
- Aerodynamic Propulsion Systems
- Spaceflight Mechanics
- Specialist Instructional Classes:
- Engineering Composites
- Pressurised Systems
- Machinery Diagnosis & Condition Monitoring
- Advanced Topics in Fluid Systems Engineering
- Spaceflight Systems
- Polymer & Polymer Composites
- Gas & Steam Turbines
- Energy Resources & Policy
- Electrical Power Systems
- Energy Modelling & Monitoring
- Industrial Metallurgy
- Generic Skill Modules:
- Design Management
- Information Management
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Engineering
- Sustainability
- Knowledge Engineering & Management for Engineers
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Individual Project:
- Supervised, individual project work
Assessment:
- Written assignments
- Exams
- Individual project
Careers:
- Chemical & process engineering
- Design engineering
- Power generation
- Manufacturing
- Oil & gas
- Renewable energy
Other:
- Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
- Provides a route for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
- Develops in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical topics
- Gains skills in project management and risk analysis
- Choice of specialist pathways to widen career options
2024/25 Scotland£10,800 England, Wales & Northern Ireland£10,800 International£28,250 Additional costsOptional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent professional qualification.