MSc Mechanical Engineering
Course overview
The MSc Mechanical Engineering course at Kingston University teaches students how to design, build, and improve machines and systems. This course offers students a comprehensive education in mechanical engineering, providing a strong foundation for future careers in research or academia. You will learn about advanced mechanical topics like fluid dynamics, stress analysis, heat transfer, and design software. This course is an excellent fit for students who have already studied mechanical or related engineering subjects at the undergraduate level.
This program enables students to develop a strong background in mechanical engineering. You will take classes that teach you how machines work, how to design safe and useful systems, and how to test your ideas. The course also focuses on helping students build skills for working in the real world. You’ll work on group projects and a final research project where you solve a real engineering problem. You will use the latest labs and equipment, and the university staff will support you throughout your studies
Students learn through lectures, labs, group projects, and hands-on work. You will also apply problem-solving techniques and use modern software tools. You’ll be assessed through coursework, exams, presentations, and a big final project. Lecturers are available to give feedback on your projects to help you improve and learn better.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- The typical requirement for this course is a minimum of a second-class (2:2) honours degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Applicants who don’t hold the required grades but can demonstrate potential in other ways are encouraged to apply, particularly if they can show relevant professional experience in a related field, passion, commitment through personal projects, portfolios, or industry engagement, and a compelling personal statement that outlines motivation and goals
English Proficiency:
If you're from a country where English is not your first language, you also need to show that you speak and understand English well. This is usually done with an IELTS test score of 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesChelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award
The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.
Up to £2,500Chevening Scholarships
Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.
International Merit-Based scholarships
The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.
Up to £5,000Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship
The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.
Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.
The Kingston Impact Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.
Up to £5,000The Kingston MBA Scholarship
Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc in Mechanical Engineering from Kingston University can secure employment in various industries. Some career options include:
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Automotive Engineer
- Research and Development Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Engineering Consultant
Cost of study
In 2025/26, the annual tuition fee for international students to study MSc Mechanical Engineering at Kingston University is £17,600 per year.
Admission
To apply for the Kingston University MSc in Mechanical Engineering, prospective students can apply directly on the university’s website. If you need assistance with your application, you can reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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