MSc Mechanical Engineering
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
This master's programme was built to meet the high demand for postgraduate skills and professional development within the engineering industry. It integrates key mechanical engineering subjects with important general skills in management and research methods. This combination of technical and managerial content is invaluable for developing critical thinking as future engineering managers or technical specialists.
The institution is a reputable one, built on over 50 years of teaching mechanical engineering, and is approved by IMechE (for Chartered Engineer registration for intakes up to 2025). Students learn through a blend of case studies and project work, offering a combination of theory and application experience. Students access advanced laboratories, wind tunnels, and the latest software packages.
Key highlights
- Combines mechanical engineering subjects with management and research methods training
- Develops critical thinking for engineering management or technical specialist roles
- Builds ability to analyse both technical and management issues
- Industry guest speakers contribute expertise where relevant
- Study alongside graduates from universities worldwide
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Mechanical Engineer
- Engineering Manager
- Design Engineer
- Technical Specialist
- Project Engineer
- Research and Development Engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire can pick up engineering management or technical specialist roles such as:
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Engineering Manager
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Technical Specialist
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Production Manager
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Quality Control Manager
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Operations Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students joining the MSc Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire is £17,950 for the academic year.
Admission
To apply for the course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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