MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Overview

This postgraduate course offers a broad range of advanced subjects across the mechanical engineering disciplines. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of computational methods and packages in mechanical engineering analysis, design and manufacture. Through selecting modules from a wider range of options, the course can be individually tailored to ensure that it meets your particular needs and interests. It is aimed at graduate engineers who wish to pursue a career in industry using advanced engineering techniques or those wishing to gain in depth knowledge for a career in research in industry or academia.

Duration: 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time)
Start date: September
2012 course fees: UK/EU: £10,000; International: £16,200
Scholarships: £5,000 scholarships available
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Modules

The tables below show the modules that you will study if you commence your studies in September 2011. This information is taken from the University Programme Catalogue, which is a tool designed for current students to select modules. If you are looking to start your studies in September 2012 this is still a useful guide as it gives you an idea of what you might study.

This is an indicative list and actual content may vary as we regularly review the content or our courses in light of new experiences and developments in the field.

Entry requirements

A degree equivalent to a UK upper second class honours (2.1) degree or higher in engineering, a physical science or mathematics.

English language requirement: A pass at GCSE level in English language (grade C or above). If English is not your first language, you are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English. You will need to meet our minimum requirements for one of the following recognised English language tests: the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Pearson Test of English Academic.

Career options

Graduates from the School of Mechanical Engineering are highly-employable and are sought after by many prestigious companies. Recent graduates from the School can be found in organisations such as, Crompton Technology Group Ltd, Bombadier Transportation, Depuy International, Bentley Motors Ltd, Jaguar, Nissan Motors, Faraday Packaging Partnership, Airbus, EAS Engineering, Prodrive, Ricardo UK and Ford Motor Company.

How to apply

The easiest and quickest way to apply for a masters course is to apply online. This way you can track your application at each stage of the process. However, if you prefer you can download an application form. Once complete, please return this, along with the correct documents to our Engineering Admissions Hub either via email or post: Engineering PGT Admissions Hub, Faculty of Engineering, University of Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK.

If you are an International (non-EU/EEA or Swiss citizen) applicant who has applied for, or intends to apply for, this course within the Faculty of Engineering and require a student visa to study in the UK then you will require an ATAS certificate.

If you require any further information please contact the Postgraduate Admissions team, e: pgmech@leeds.ac.uk, t: +44 (0)113 343 2149.