MSc Mechanical Engineering
University of Central Lancashire
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This course prepares you to rapidly progress your career in an exciting, growing industry. Our course is aimed at both new graduates and industry professionals who wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge in a wide range of mechanical engineering subjects.At present there is a nationwide shortage of skilled Mechanical Engineers, which means that the skills you develop on this course will be in high demand.Were home to world-class facilities for computational mechanics, tribology, surface ...Read more

This course prepares you to rapidly progress your career in an exciting, growing industry. Our course is aimed at both new graduates and industry professionals who wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge in a wide range of mechanical engineering subjects.

At present there is a nationwide shortage of skilled Mechanical Engineers, which means that the skills you develop on this course will be in high demand.

Were home to world-class facilities for computational mechanics, tribology, surface engineering and additive manufacturing.

Our programme topics include computational mechanics, thermodynamics, materials technology, computer aided design, and engineering simulation.

Why study with us

  • Our course has been developed specifically to address the growing industry demand in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Youll study in state-of-the-art facilities, including in our new £35 million Engineering Innovation Centre.
  • Weve a wide range of equipment – both at laboratory and industry scale, and computer modelling facilities.
  • Sandwich option information
  • Our sandwich degrees offer the perfect blend of academic study and practical work experience, allowing you to build confidence in the workplace and graduate work-ready from your degree programme.
  • Our previous graduates have found their sandwich year particularly beneficial as it has allowed them to gain practical, hands-on experience within their chosen career and the opportunity to learn directly from professionals based out in industry. It is not uncommon for sandwich year programmes to also open up future work opportunities in similar fields or professions for our graduates.

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WUSCA ranking:
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51/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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66th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
87th
What students say
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sally
20 Jan 25

University communication can be somewhat lacking..Read more

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robbie
17 Jan 25

One of the best aspect of the University of Central Lancashire is the location. I live less than 15 minutes away in the car so it is a great location for my studies. Also, the..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
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Entry requirements

  • Specific entry requirements for a MSc in Mechanical Engineering degree are: Entry can be made to the course through holding at least a lower second class award of BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or other related subject
  • Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications or relevant work / life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from Master-level studies are welcome. If you have not studied recently you may need to undertake a Top-Up degree Entry programme first

Tuition fees

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£9,450 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Sandwich year - £2,625 for the sandwich year

£17,900 per year

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Students from EU

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Sandwich year - £2,625 for the sandwich year

£17,900 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Sandwich year - £2,625 for the sandwich year

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sally
20 Jan 25
MSc Mechanical Engineering
University communication can be somewhat lacking...
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robbie
17 Jan 25
Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
One of the best aspect of the University of Central Lancashire is the location. I live less than 15 minutes away in the car so it is a great location for my studies. Also, the...
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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate...

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University of Central Lancashire
Preston, Lancashire Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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