Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary
- Explore mechanical engineering design from a manufacturing perspective.
- Apply modern computational methods to resolve engineering challenges.
- Experience real-world projects, applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
- Study best practices in cutting-edge technologies, processes and systems.
- Enhance your decision-making by solving increasingly open-ended problems.
- Lab sessions
- Lectures
- Problem solving
- Critical reflection
- Group project work
- Independent study
- Assessments
- Coursework
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Academic support to help you thrive, integrating theory and practical modelling.
- Access to our student support triangle to help with your personal, academic and career development.
- Access to our Skills Centre with one-on-ones, webinars, and online resources, where you can get help with planning and structuring your assignments.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course. Final year Compulsory modules Advanced Engineering Design Digital Engineering & Prototyping Engineering Simulations Project And Dissertation Research Methodology And Practice Elective modules Advanced Computational Methods In Engineering Artificial Intelligence Concepts And Applications Process Improvement Methodologies Robotics And Autonomous Systems
Assessment method
Coursework Practical
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
Entry requirements
UK students Normally one from • an honours degree (2.2 or above) in a science or engineering subject • suitable professional qualifications in an engineering field • a degree in any discipline plus at least one year of relevant experience • a diploma in a technological area plus at least three years of relevant experience You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more Overseas students Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level. India • a first class BE in an relevant discipline, or a good second class BE with a strong performance in mechanical and manufacturing subjects China • a four year Bachelors degree in an relevant discipline, with an overall average of at least 80 per cent or equivalent Other countries • a good honours degree or equivalent in an relevant subject
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills is the standard for non-native speakers of English. |
Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level.
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Engineering/MSc-Advanced-Mechanical-Engineering/Full-time/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17155 | Year 1 |
| International | £17155 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Our tuition fee for UK students on full-time undergraduate degree courses in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and therefore subject to change in future years. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found at https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations under student fees regulations.
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2025/26 is £17,155 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees:
https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB