Mechanical Engineering MSc
Newcastle University
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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Develop your knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering with the opportunity to specialise in mechanical engineering, mechatronics or material streams.OverviewNewcastle University is home to world-leading and innovative mechanical engineering research. Youll be taught by leaders in their field, giving you an enhanced learning experience.Youll experience research-led teaching and access to state-of-the-art research facilities. Youll learn from researchers solving problems of global ...Read more

Develop your knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering with the opportunity to specialise in mechanical engineering, mechatronics or material streams.

Overview

Newcastle University is home to world-leading and innovative mechanical engineering research. You'll be taught by leaders in their field, giving you an enhanced learning experience.

You'll experience research-led teaching and access to state-of-the-art research facilities. You'll learn from researchers solving problems of global importance. They're engaged with industry and working across disciplines.

Our Mechanical Engineering MSc programme is for graduates in:

  • mechanical or mechanical-related engineering (eg automotive, aeronautical or design)
  • mathematics
  • physics
  • a related discipline

The flexible nature of this programme allows you to specialise in one of three streams:

  • Mechatronics
  • Mechanical
  • Material

This technical course integrates advanced theory and practice that is shaped by industry. Core elements of the MSc will enable you to research:

  • model engineering structures
  • mechanical systems

The flexible nature of this programme allows you to specialise in one of three streams:

  • mechatronics
  • mechanical
  • material

The Mechanical Engineering master's has three specialist streams to suit your individual needs, background and career aspirations.

Graduate destinations

As a graduate you will have enhanced skills and knowledge. This prepares you for a wide range of careers across mechanical engineering and other engineering sectors, including:

  • manufacturing
  • renewable energy
  • transport
  • logistics
  • defence
  • health

This course also provides a route into PhD level study.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
26th
What students say
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Alice
22 Jan 25

The main university campus is this beautiful mixture of grand and ancient architecture which really makes it feel like an important institution, the newly renovated Stephenson..Read more

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Oreolorun
05 Dec 24

The school provides all the facilities required for learning and the school try's it's best to maximize these opportunities...Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: mechanical or mechanical related engineering (egg automotive, aeronautical, mechatronics, materials or design); maths or physics; any other closely related discipline.

Tuition fees

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£13,400 per year

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Students from Domestic

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This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

£28,950 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£28,950 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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Latest Mechanical Engineering (General) reviews

Mechanical Engineering (General)
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Alice
22 Jan 25
Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The main university campus is this beautiful mixture of grand and ancient architecture which really makes it feel like an important institution, the newly renovated Stephenson...
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Oreolorun
05 Dec 24
Mechanical Engineering MSc
The school provides all the facilities required for learning and the school try's it's best to maximize these opportunities....
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Newcastle University
Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the quality of its teaching and research....

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King’s Gate Newcastle upon Tyne Northumberland NE1 7RU United Kingdom
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