Course summary
The courses is aimed at students who want to study advanced topics in mechanical engineering with a focus on power plant technologies. It provides mechanical engineering graduates with an in-depth technical understanding of advanced mechanical engineering topics relevant to the power generation industry. You’ll also develop generic skills that allow you to contribute effectively in developing company capabilities. The course helps to make you more employable and also satisfies the further learning requirements necessary to obtain Chartered Engineer status.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Electrical power systems; gas and steam turbines; boiler thermal hydraulics. Optional classes: Engineering composites; pressurised systems; aerodynamic performance; aerodynamic propulsion systems; machinery diagnosis and condition monitoring; spaceflight mechanics; advanced topics in fluid systems engineering; materials for high temperature applications; energy and resources and policy; energy modelling and monitoring; industrial metallurgy. All MSc students will do an Individual Project. Generic modules: Design management; project management; risk management; financial engineering; sustainability; environmental impact assessment;
Assessment method
Assessment is by written assignments, exams and the individual project.
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
Normally a first or second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent professional qualification.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £23050 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.
Sponsorship information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ