MSc Mechanical Engineering
Glasgow Caledonian UniversityGlasgow, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time postgraduate course. It is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and aligned with the UK Engineering Council’s standards. This course helps students advance their core technical knowledge and allows specialisation in either Design or Manufacture. Core areas of study include thermofluids, computational fluid dynamics, sustainable manufacturing, energy auditing and advanced mechanics.
Students are assessed through exams, coursework, technical reports, group work, presentations and a 60-credit major research project. The course includes employer-led events, industry-linked projects and opportunities for real-world applications through collaborative assignments.
Key highlights
- Specialise in either mechanical design or manufacture
- Builds on existing mechanical or manufacturing engineering skills
- Prepares graduates for careers as professional mechanical engineers
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include suitable mechanical or manufacturing engineering discipline; or above
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
- Design engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Production engineer
- Mechanical design engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Mechanical Engineering programme are equipped for careers such as:
- Chartered Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Engineering Consultant
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students studying the MSc Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University is £18,800 annually.
Admission
Applicants should apply directly through the university’s postgraduate application portal. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.
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