Computational Engineering Design (Advanced Mechanical Engineering Science) MSc
University of Southampton
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Learn how to design using simulation software on this MSc Computational Engineering Design course. Effective modelling is vital to the automotive, aerospace and bioengineering sectors. Our master's degrees in advanced mechanical engineering science combine the traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with interdisciplinary subjects so you can specialise in a career you want. Our international centre for research and teaching is recognised across the world. This UK master’s degree ...Read more

Learn how to design using simulation software on this MSc Computational Engineering Design course. Effective modelling is vital to the automotive, aerospace and bioengineering sectors. Our master's degrees in advanced mechanical engineering science combine the traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with interdisciplinary subjects so you can specialise in a career you want. Our international centre for research and teaching is recognised across the world.

This UK master’s degree explores the latest techniques, methods and simulation software used in computational engineering and design. We'll teach you how design ideas are created, tested and how to work with industry.

Computational modelling is important to industries such as:

  • automotive
  • aerospace
  • bioengineering

On this master of science in computational engineering, you’ll learn to use simulation software tools to see how designs will work in practice. We’ll teach you to use advanced numerical methods and to apply design search and optimisation principles to solve problems.

You’ll learn from academics at the forefront of their fields, they teach the latest in technology advancements. Studying at Southampton gives you access to a global network of companies, shared facilities and specialist expertise to enhance your learning.

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64/279
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20th
What students say
H
Harold
21 Feb 25

Lovely place to study, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. Great opportunities for sport and societies. However, a key consideration is distance from accommodation to..Read more

SR
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20 Feb 25

Really great place to study. Spacious and really good environment for learning...Read more

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Entry requirements

To be eligible, you must hold a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects: civil engineering, engineering design, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or automotive engineering. In addition, you must have achieved a 2:1 score in at least two modules from the following areas: mathematics, computing, finite element analysis (FEA), or computational fluid dynamics (CFD).

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£9,250 per year

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£31,500 per year

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£31,500 per year

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H
Harold
21 Feb 25
Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering - MEng (Hons)
Lovely place to study, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. Great opportunities for sport and societies. However, a key consideration is distance from accommodation to...
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SR
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20 Feb 25
Mechanical Engineering - MEng (Hons)
Really great place to study. Spacious and really good environment for learning....
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University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...

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Highfield Southampton Hampshire SO17 1BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St Denys  0.6 miles away

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