MSc by Research Engineering

The MSc by Research Engineering at the University of Lincoln is a one-year course where students get to do their research project. This project will focus on finding solutions to current problems in engineering. This programme emphasises the critical role engineers play in bridging scientific discovery and practical application to meet societal and business needs. Students can benefit from the expertise of academic staff and the university’s strong industry links.

During this programme, students can investigate a wide range of areas such as mechatronics, robotics, sustainable energy, fossil fuels, digital systems, advanced manufacturing, or materials science. The School of Engineering focuses on core disciplines such as industrial digitalisation and system intelligence, as well as power systems. Students may have the chance to collaborate with industry on projects that can deliver tangible benefits to employers, the sector, and society.

Furthermore, the course is research-focused, with students conducting independent, original, and academically significant research under the guidance of academic supervisors. Training courses are available to develop key research skills, and students are encouraged to present their work at talks and seminars. Assessment is primarily based on the quality of the student’s thesis and their ability to present and successfully defend their chosen research topic in an oral examination (viva voce).

The University of Lincoln was founded in 1966 and is in the city of Lincoln, in England. Scientists at the university have worked with the American space agency, NASA, on projects about robots that can work on their own and clever computer systems for exploring space. Their work has helped create technologies that might be used on future trips to Mars. These technologies would allow robots to find their way around and make choices by themselves in new and unknown places.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants are expected to possess a first or second-class honours degree. They may also need an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) certificate to enroll on this course.
  

English Proficiency

• Candidates whose first language is not English need to provide proof of their proficiency in the language. This is shown by an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.

Applicants enrolling in the MSc by Research Engineering at the University of Lincoln are expected to pay a tuition fee of £18,500 for full-time and £9,250 for part-time study.

The University of Lincoln provides financial help, like scholarships and bursaries, to make it easier for students to study in the UK and have a smoother time with their studies. Scholarships specifically for international students pursuing master's degrees can range from £1,000 to as much as half of their course fees.

Students who finish the MSc by Research Engineering course will be ready to work effectively in jobs such as:

• Research Engineer
• Design and Development Engineer
• Robotics or Automation Specialist
• Systems or Control Engineer
• Energy or Sustainability Consultant
• PhD Researcher or Academic Research Assistant

To apply for this course, candidates should please use the university's online application system. For applicants who need some one-on-one help with their application, they can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors here.