Course summary
Our master's degrees in advanced mechanical engineering science combine the traditional aspects of mechanical engineering with interdisciplinary subjects so you can specialise in a career you want. You'll be exposed to modern issues in advanced mechanical engineering science. You’ll learn the fundamental science, methods, analysis and engineering applications to start a career in mechatronic engineering. You'll learn to use advanced electrical systems and understand the impact and use of control systems, instrumentation and sensors. And have the opportunity to design robots and build machines as part of your study. This course is ideal if you are an engineering, mathematics or physical science graduate who wants to be challenged academically.
Modules
Compulsory modules include: Introduction to Advanced Mechanical Engineering Science; Control and Instrumentation; Advanced Electrical Systems; Active Control of Sound and Vibration; MSc Research Project Optional modules include: Robotic Systems; Automotive Propulsion; Advanced Sensors and Condition Monitoring; Advanced Computational Methods I; Finite Element Analysis in Solid Mechanics; Advanced Photovoltaics, Fuel Cells and Batteries; Principles of Fuel Cells, Photovoltaic and Batteries; Numerical Methods; Transport Economics. For a full list of modules visit the website.
Assessment method
Examinations, presentations, coursework and dissertation
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
- Engineering Council
How to apply
International applicants
English language: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
A UK bachelor’s degree with upper second-class honours or higher in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences or a related subject.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/fees/postgraduate.page
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ