MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering

This Master's degree in Advanced Mechanical Engineering is designed for students who hold a first degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. It helps them gain a better understanding and get new skills. The course also welcomes engineers from other fields who want to learn key mechanical engineering skills. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts and methods in Mechanical Engineering.

The programme is flexible, letting students focus on specific areas in Advanced Mechanical Engineering. These areas include designing things, studying how liquids and gases move (fluids), understanding motion (dynamics), and renewable energy technologies. The course uses different methods to assess students' learning, including assessments that help them improve as they progress. Completing this course can help students become Chartered Engineers.

Heriot-Watt University is known for its excellent teaching and research. A remarkable 96% of its engineering research is considered among the best in the world. The university's Mechanical, Process, and Energy Engineering (MPPE) research centre plays a vital role in this course, ensuring that students' studies are current and relevant to the needs of industry. Heriot-Watt is also highly ranked in the UK for how well its graduates find jobs.

The university provides a large number of courses. This includes degrees for both new students (undergraduate) and those studying after their first degree (postgraduate) in areas like Engineering, Business, Science, and Arts. This wide range of subjects creates a complete learning environment for everyone.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their Curriculum Vitae CV along with their applications to SHOW their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need at least a second-class undergraduate honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in a relevant subject. Suitable degrees include Mechanical, Aeronautical, Materials, Biomedical, and Automotive Engineering, as well as Physics.
• The degree must include a minimum of three mathematics modules and three physics or engineering modules, each with a grade of 50% or above.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking countries need to provide evidence of English language ability. This requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section below 5.5, or submission of equivalent test scores.

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee for international students is £28,056 and part-time £14,028.

Heriot-Watt University provides scholarships and financial aid to support promising and dedicated students in their academic pursuits. Each year, the university makes available over £6 million in funding opportunities, which includes support for both tuition fees and living costs. This substantial assistance helps more than 400 students to pursue their studies, lessening their financial burden and allowing them to focus on their academic goals.

These scholarships come in various forms, including merit-based awards for academic excellence, as well as specific schemes like the UK Merit Scholarship offering a 20% tuition fee discount for eligible UK students. 

The university also has scholarships for international students, with some offering huge reductions in fees, often based on academic performance. Many scholarships are automatically considered upon application, while others may require a separate application process, making it essential for prospective students to check specific eligibility criteria and deadlines.

Graduates from this programme can pursue a wide range of technical and managerial careers. Possible career paths include:

• Process and plant designer
• Construction Engineer
• Commissioning Engineer
• Project manager
• Researcher

Prospective students can apply for this course directly through the university's online forms or speak to our trained counsellors always available to help.