PgCert Mechanical Engineering
Queen's University Belfast
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OverviewThis programme aims to augment the undergraduate education of those who have completed it, through a combination of advanced scientific knowledge, interpersonal and practical capabilities, with a specific focus on tackling industrially relevant engineering challenges. The curriculum will improve employability by developing the postgraduate skills required for a successful transition to industry or a research role in academia.Mechanical Engineering HighlightsApplications for this course ...Read more

Overview

This programme aims to augment the undergraduate education of those who have completed it, through a combination of advanced scientific knowledge, interpersonal and practical capabilities, with a specific focus on tackling industrially relevant engineering challenges. The curriculum will improve employability by developing the postgraduate skills required for a successful transition to industry or a research role in academia.

Mechanical Engineering Highlights

Applications for this course received after 30th June for entry in the same calendar year may not be accepted. In addition, a deposit will be required to secure a place.

Industry Links

Teaching and research activities have strong connections with local, UK, and international companies, in industries including aerospace, turbomachinery, automotive, consumer materials, and biomedical devices.

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WUSCA ranking:
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3/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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15th
CUG Ranking
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25th
What students say
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Ronan
06 Feb 25

Worst is exams at end of year instead of continuing assessment best thing is everything being close together..Read more

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Orla
06 Feb 25

Best- location and proximity of accommodation to uni. Worst- financial difficulties..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Normally a 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a suitable engineering discipline, including substantial Mathematics and engineering content at 2.2 Honours level or equivalent standard, acceptable to the School. Applicants holding a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a suitable engineering discipline with performance in key modules below 2.2 Honours standard may be considered on an individual basis. Such applicants will be required to demonstrate a minimum of two years professional experience. A 2.1 Honours degree in Mathematics or Physics or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University will be considered. Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

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£3,083 per year

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Students from Domestic

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STANDARD DOUBLE ROOM (FOR SINGLE OCCUPANCY)-126 per week

£8,600 per year

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Students from International

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STANDARD DOUBLE ROOM (FOR SINGLE OCCUPANCY)-126 per week

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Latest Mechanical Engineering (General) reviews

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Ronan
06 Feb 25
Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
Worst is exams at end of year instead of continuing assessment best thing is everything being close together...
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Orla
06 Feb 25
Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
Best- location and proximity of accommodation to uni. Worst- financial difficulties...
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Queen's University Belfast
University Road Belfast BT7 1NN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Balmoral   0.2 miles away
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