MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Energy Systems
Course overview
This Master's programme at the University of Strathclyde is for mechanical engineering graduates who want to become specialists in energy systems. The course gives them a deep technical understanding of topics like energy resources, policy, electrical power systems, and energy modelling. The goal is to help students become experts in this field.
The course uses different ways of teaching and is graded through exams, assignments, and a final project. Students can also take classes to learn important professional skills like project management. The programme is approved by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), which helps you work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying and other relevant information regarding their studies. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their application to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements
- Applicants need a first or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in engineering or physical sciences, or an equivalent professional qualification.
- A lower-class degree may be considered for applicants with relevant work experience.
English Proficiency
- If English is not a candidate's first language, they must provide evidence of their English language skills.
- This can be done by achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.0, or through an equivalent approved English language test such as TOEFL or PTE Academic.
Scholarships
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Masters Study
The value of the scholarship award is £6,000 and will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Engineering: Dean’s International Excellence Award for Masters Study
Dean’s International Excellence Awards for Masters Study worth between £9,000 and £12,000 to exceptional applicants joining a postgraduate taught programme in September 2026.
Up to £9,000Faculty of Science International Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduate Taught Masters Students
The scholarships value will range from £7,000 to £8,000.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science International Masters Scholarship
Scholarships of £6,000 are available to new international fee-paying students.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Science International Scholarship for MRes Physics
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international students joining the MRes Physics in the academic year 2025/26.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science Scholarship for Online Masters Students
Scholarships of £1,900 are available to new students joining one of our online programmes in September 2026.
Up to £1,900Humanities & Social Sciences Alumni Scholarship: Postgraduate Taught
Value: 20% tuition fee discount.
Up to 20% of feesHumanities & Social Sciences Dean's International Excellence Scholarship
The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is delighted to offer a number of Deans Excellence scholarships worth £10,000 to international students.
Up to £10,000Humanities & Social Sciences: International Masters Scholarships
The scholarships will be awarded to the value of £6,000 or £8,000.
Law Postgraduate Community Bursary
Value: £700
Up to £700Masters Scholarship for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international fee-paying students joining a postgraduate taught masters degree in the Department of Physics in September 2026.
Up to £7,000MBA Part Time - Female Leader of the Future Scholarship
he value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500MBA Part time Visionary Scholarship
The value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500SBS International Masters Scholarship
Scholarship awards will range from £7,000 to £9,000, depending on the programme and course fee.
Up to £7,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Award for International Students
Value: Varies by course fee - Between £10,000 and £12,000
Up to £10,000Strathclyde Full Time MBA 60th Anniversary Scholarships
Value: 50% of Full Time MBA tuition fee.
Up to 50% of feesTuition Fee Reduction of 25% for NHS Employees
Up to 25% of tuition fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course are well-suited for jobs such as:
- Renewable Energy Consultant
- Energy Systems Analyst
- Energy Project Manager
- Research and Development Engineer
- Power Generation Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the full-time MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Energy Systems programme for international students is £31,100.
Admission
Applications for the MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Energy Systems programme can be submitted online through the university's website. But we strongly suggest and advise applicants to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for a smooth process.
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