Course summary
This program is tailored for individuals who have a strong foundation in mechanical or related engineering (automotive, manufacturing, aerospace) and are seeking to advance their knowledge and skills. It is ideal for recent engineering graduates, as well as professionals working within the industry looking to deepen their expertise. In this course you’ll learn how to design, analyse, and improve mechanical systems, from tiny components to large-scale machines. You’ll gain hands on experience with cutting-edge technology and software. You also have the opportunity to work with world-leading research groups and academics on your research project, and engage with a wide range of industry partners from different sectors such as aerospace, automotive, nuclear, medical, and energy.
Modules
Each stream offers common core modules, listed below: Advanced Technology Review (autumn)10 credits Integrated Systems Analysis (autumn)10 credits Engineering Design (full year)20 credits Advanced Engineering Research Project Organisation and Design (spring)10 credits Individual Postgraduate Project (summer)60 credits Students must also study one of the following two modules: Finite Element Analysis20 credits Computational Fluid Dynamics20 credits Each stream then includes the following compulsory modules: Advanced Mechanical Engineering Turbulence and Turbulent Flows (autumn)10 credits Stress Analysis Techniques (spring)20 credits Aerospace Fundamentals of Aerospace Engineering10 credits Aerodynamics (spring)10 credits Aerospace Manufacturing: Airframes and Aeroengines (spring)10 credits Automotive Advanced Powertrain Engineering (autumn)10 credits Automotive Technology (autumn)10 credits Automotive Vehicle Dynamics (spring)10 credits Manufacturing Manufacturing Process Selection and Capability (autumn)10 credits Flexible Automated Systems (spring)10 credits Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing (spring)10 credits The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer but is not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules that will be available in any given year. Modules (including methods of assessment) may change or be updated, or modules may be cancelled, over the duration of the course due to a number of reasons such as curriculum developments or staffing changes. Please refer to the module catalogue for information on available modules. This content was last updated on Tuesday 09 July 2024. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.
Assessment method
Exams; Examinations; In-class test; Online exams; Coursework
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
Entry requirements
2:1 in a relevant subject (BEng, BSc, or international equivalent); IELTS: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
More information on fees can be found at: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/fees/postgraduate-fees.aspx
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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