Mechanical Engineering MSc
University of Portsmouth
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Drive your engineering career further with a Masters that works with your professional practice. Youll advance your understanding of core mechanical engineering disciplines, from structural integrity to control systems, and design your own project around your career needs. On this MSc Mechanical Engineering, youll apply current professional methodologies, assess the requirements of mechanical engineering applications, and find the optimal materials and methods to deliver your projects. Youll ...Read more

Drive your engineering career further with a Master's that works with your professional practice. You'll advance your understanding of core mechanical engineering disciplines, from structural integrity to control systems, and design your own project around your career needs. On this MSc Mechanical Engineering, you'll apply current professional methodologies, assess the requirements of mechanical engineering applications, and find the optimal materials and methods to deliver your projects. You'll plan and produce a personal research project, supported by staff expertise, that ties into the job you have - or the job you want. Previous projects have investigated the structural integrity of aerodynamic elements, the performance of natural bulletproof materials, and the effects of complex structures on fluid dynamics. Course highlights Experiment with advanced materials (alloys, polymers, ceramics and composites) and energy engineering systems in dedicated mechanical engineering labs Use advanced simulation and modelling software such as Abaqus, MATLAB, Simulink and CCM+ Connect with your lecturers' industry partners, in the UK and abroad, and have the opportunity to investigate real-life industrial problems Tie-in your individual project with one of our research groups, and benefit from the expertise of our experienced research staff Research topics including aerospace materials, design engineering, polymers and composites, and energy engineering

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84/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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48th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
42nd
What students say
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Evana
19 Nov 25

Portsmouth is such a beautiful city, with any and everything in a walking distance, from the beach to our lectures and many museums! The uni provides a FREE bus for the times you..Read more

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Mostakim
17 Nov 25

Best aspects of my uni experience One of the best things about my university experience has been the supportive learning environment. The lecturers are approachable, and the..Read more

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Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

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£19,200 per year

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£10,900 per year

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Students from Other UK

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£10,900 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

£19,200 per year

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£19,200 per year

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Accommodation - Burrell House (Standard and larger rooms – 155–174 per week)

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Evana
19 Nov 25
Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
Portsmouth is such a beautiful city, with any and everything in a walking distance, from the beach to our lectures and many museums! The uni provides a FREE bus for the times you...
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Mostakim
17 Nov 25
Mechanical Engineering MSc
Best aspects of my uni experience One of the best things about my university experience has been the supportive learning environment. The lecturers are approachable, and the...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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