MSc Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering course at Ulster University is designed to provide students with high-quality, technical and practical engineering knowledge and skills, leading to the ability to apply these skills to all aspects of the mechanical engineering field. The course is delivered on a full-time basis and is intended to take three years to complete.Course Content: The course provides students with an understanding of the fundamental principles of engineering along with the ability to apply this knowledge to practical situations. Topics include principles of engineering design, materials and manufacture, energy, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, dynamics and control, and business and management for engineers.Key Modules: Fundamental modules taught in this course include Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Materials, Engineering Design, Engineering Thermodynamics, and Engineering Mechanics – Stress Analysis. In the final year, students will also have the option to undertake an industrial placement to gain practical experience in a real-world setting.Accreditations: This programme is accredited by both the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.Future Careers: Mechanical engineering graduates can pursue a career in a vast variety of sectors such as aerospace, automotive, marine, power and water industries, medical engineering and even financing sector. The wide range of skills gained through this programme makes them highly sought after by employers.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.