Mechanical Engineering MSc by research
University of Bristol
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OverviewOur 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 ControlSolid MechanicsEngineering Systems, Design and InnovationUltrasonics and Non-Destructive TestingRoboticsFluid and Aerodynamics.Our students collaborate worldwide with industrial partners, other universities, public-sector ...Read more

Overview

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.

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WUSCA ranking:
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86/101
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4th
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16th
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Arnav
06 Dec 23

Not much I'm really happy with..Read more

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David Bosire
06 Dec 23

The universities is great especially tye student support..Read more

Entry requirements

MSc by Research applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline and demonstrate readiness to pursue a research degree.

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£4,850 per year

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£26,700 per year

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£26,700 per year

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University of Bristol
Beacon House Queen’s Road Bristol BS8 1QU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Clifton Down  0.2 miles away
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