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Mechanical Engineering at University of Bristol - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

Our mechanical engineering research is varied and world-leading, covering topics from clean energy and advanced materials to manufacturing systems, robotics and healthcare. Advancements in this area are pursued by six research groups specialising in:

  • Dynamics and Control
  • Solid Mechanics
  • Engineering Systems, Design and Innovation
  • Ultrasonics and Non-Destructive Testing
  • Robotics
  • Fluid and Aerodynamics.
Our students collaborate worldwide with industrial partners, other universities, public-sector organisations, research institutes and NGOs, producing novel and multidisciplinary research which addresses technical, societal and environmental challenges. They also make use of extensive and modern laboratory facilities at Queens Building in central Bristol, and at collaborating centres. With a large, diverse and active cohort of PhD, EngD and MScR students, Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol is a close-knit and supportive community. Its success is evidenced by consistently high performance in national rankings for research and teaching quality.

Assessment method

https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/media/postgraduate/admissions-statements/2026/phd-mechanical-engineering.pdf

How to apply

International applicants

The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students and accepts a wide range of qualifications for postgraduate study. If you study or have studied at a university outside the UK, please select the relevant page for further information on qualifications, scholarships and education representatives in your country/region: bristol.ac.uk/international/countries.

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

PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of a merit at master's degree level (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £5106 Year 1
Northern Ireland £5106 Year 1
Scotland £5106 Year 1
Wales £5106 Year 1
Channel Islands £5106 Year 1
EU £27500 Year 1
International £27500 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

Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year. For more information, please view the programme page on our website.

Sponsorship information

A number of funded studentships are available each year, supported by research council, industry, University or other funds. View the faculty website (https://www.bristol.ac.uk/science-engineering/#phd-list) for a list of currently available funded projects or visit jobs.ac.uk: https://www.jobs.ac.uk/search/employer/university-of-bristol/phd Self-funded or sponsored students are also very welcome to apply. Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/

Mechanical Engineering at University of Bristol - UCAS