MSc/PgDip/PgCert Advanced Mechanical Engineering (Online Learning)
University of Strathclyde
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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Why this course?Our online learning course enables you to complete a Masters degree online, without studying at our Glasgow campus. This means you can study while balancing your work and family commitments. This option is suitable for students located anywhere in the world.Modules are taught using online material (by video, podcasts, webinars and presentation), meaning you can study at a time that suits you.Youll have full access to all class materials and will be able to chat with your class ...Read more

Why this course?

Our online learning course enables you to complete a Masters degree online, without studying at our Glasgow campus. This means you can study while balancing your work and family commitments. This option is suitable for students located anywhere in the world.

Modules are taught using online material (by video, podcasts, webinars and presentation), meaning you can study at a time that suits you.

Youll have full access to all class materials and will be able to chat with your class tutors and fellow students via email, online forums and live webchats. We also have dedicated staff who can answer any questions you have, supporting you through your studies.

What youll study

Students select from a combination of specialist and generic modules. The specialist modules focus on different technical aspects allowing tailored learning to suit individual needs. The generic modules provide other skills which are considered necessary for professional engineers.

A list of optional classes available as online learning can be found in the 'course content' tab.

To qualify for the MSc, students undertake an individual project which allows study of a selected topic in depth, normally industry-themed or aligned to engineering research at Strathclyde.

Course content
You'll take 180 credits made up of 120 credits of taught modules and 60 credits individual project. The part-time MSc course spans 36 months (typically) as follows:

Year 1 - 60 credits of taught classes
Year 2 - 60 credits of taught classes
Year 3 - 60 credits dissertation.

Accreditation: Meets the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Careers
We work closely with the University's Careers Service. They offer advice and guidance on career planning and looking for and applying for jobs. In addition, they administer and publicise graduate and work experience opportunities.

Whether you're planning to progress your career into engineering management, redevelop yourself as an engineer or move into a new industry – a masters degree will expand your career opportunities.

Potential sectors
High-calibre mechanical engineers are in demand throughout the world. This course is designed to meet industrial demand for qualified staff in the area of mechanical engineering. It's particularly suitable for graduate engineers in the following sectors:

aerospace
automotive
biomedical
construction
manufacturing
power
railway.

Study mode and duration: MSc: 36 months part-time
PgDip: 24 months part-time
PgCert: 12 months part-time

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WUSCA ranking:
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13/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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16th
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32nd
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Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering or physical sciences, or an equivalent professional qualification.

Lower degree classifications might be considered if there is strength elsewhere (for example, relevant work experience, excellent final project/dissertation, very strong academic letter of reference, very strong application statement linking with career goals).

Tuition fees

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£425 month

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Students from Domestic

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

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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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 England

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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 Scotland

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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 Wales

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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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 Northern Ireland

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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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

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

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

£425 month

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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 International

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

Optional textbooks and printed materials, estimated maximum cost of £100 for duration of course.

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