MEng Mechanical Engineering
Glasgow Caledonian UniversityGlasgow, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MEng Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University will cover the fundamental principles of engineering design and the mathematical theories applied to engineering. Students will have an opportunity to develop project management and research skills to support their career and academic goals.
Students will learn how to create and deliver successful engineering projects and how to design, analyse, and improve mechanical systems, from tiny components to large-scale machines.
Students will learn through lectures, seminars, lab sessions, and project work. Group assignments and case studies are also common ways in which students are taught. Assessment methods include coursework, written exams, presentations, and a final dissertation.
Key highlights
- Builds existing mechanical or manufacturing engineering skills to postgraduate level
- Prepares graduates to develop technologies used across many industries
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 96 — Year 1 Standard entry requirement UCAS Tariff: 96 Scottish Higher: BBCC or equivalent incl Higher in Maths and a Science or Technology A Level: CCC in Maths and a Science Minimum entry requirement UCAS Tariff: 90 Scottis…
- Scottish Highers: BBCC — or equivalent incl
- UCAS tariff points: 90 — minimum (widening access) offer
- Scottish Highers: BCCC — minimum (widening access) offer; incl
- A-level: CCC — minimum (widening access) offer
- HNC / HND: B — Mechanical Engineering / Aircraft Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / Marine Engineering with B in Graded Unit 1; Mechanical Engineering with B in Graded Unit 2English language requirement
Scholarships
Chancellor Yunus Scholarship
GCU will cover £7,000 towards your tuition fee for the full-time MSc Social Innovation master's course commencing September 2025.
Up to £7,000GCU Postgraduate Ambassador Scholarship
New to GCU Regional Scholarship
£3,500 scholarship in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Mechanical Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Chartered Engineer (CEng)
- Product Development Engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MEng in Mechanical Engineering from Glasgow Caledonian University can work as:
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Drive and Traction Manager
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Power Electronics Engineer
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Control Systems Engineer
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Automation Engineer
Cost of study
International students who want to study the MEng in Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University are to pay a tuition fee of £15,200 per year. This may be subject to change in subsequent years.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS or the university's portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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