MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Energy Systems

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.

Founded in 1796 as the Andersonian Institute, the University of Strathclyde is a public research university located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland. It was the first technological university in the United Kingdom. With a reputation for academic excellence, Strathclyde offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across fields such as engineering, business, law, and medicine. The university attracts students from over 140 countries, creating a large international community.

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.

The tuition fee for the full-time MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Energy Systems programme for international students is £31,100.

The University of Strathclyde offers a number of scholarships to help students fund their studies. For example, self-funded international students are eligible for a £5,000 Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship, which is automatically deducted from tuition fees. There are also a limited number of Dean's International Excellence Awards, worth £7,000 and £10,000, for exceptional postgraduate taught applicants.

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

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.