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MSc Mechanical Engineering Design

Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MSc Mechanical Engineering Design course at Bournemouth University is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the field of mechanical engineering design. The course covers a wide range of topics, including mechanical systems, materials science, thermodynamics, and design methodologies. Students will learn how to apply theoretical principles to real-world problems, developing their ability to design, test, and optimize complex mechanical systems. The course also includes a significant amount of practical work, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in the design and development of mechanical systems. Graduates of this course will be well-prepared for careers in industry or academia, and will have the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving field of mechanical engineering.

Additional Information

The MSc Mechanical Engineering Design course is accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), which recognizes the high standards of the course and its graduates. The course also offers a range of exciting opportunities for students, including the chance to work on real-world projects with industry partners, attend guest lectures from leading experts in the field, and participate in international study trips.

Unlock Your Potential at Bournemouth University: A Leading Institution for Mechanical Engineering Design

Bournemouth University is an excellent choice for students interested in mechanical engineering design. The university has a strong reputation for producing highly skilled engineers, and its state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect environment for learning and research. Located on the south coast of England, Bournemouth offers a unique blend of academic excellence and stunning natural beauty, providing students with an unforgettable experience. With its dedicated faculty and world-class research opportunities, Bournemouth University is the perfect place to pursue a career in mechanical engineering design.

Why You Should Study This Course

  • The course fully meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng)

  • Apply mathematical and computer-based models for solving problems in engineering design 

  • Gain a detailed understanding of materials and structural integrity, enabling you to analyze design and engineering problems

  • Apply your analytical and innovative business skills to the design process to assess its impact on the environment, legislation, and economy

  • Use the opportunity of international placements and our career support to enhance your employability and work in a global environment.

  • Explore an area of interest in greater depth through the research undertaken as part of the Individual Master’s Project.

General Eligibility

The standard requirements for embarking upon this course are:

  • A bachelor's Honours degree with 2:2 in a required subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

What You'll Study

1 Core Units
  • Structural Integrity: After completing this unit, you will have developed a professional competence and critical awareness of selecting appropriate methods for designing and analyzing structural components. You'll be able to independently apply structural integrity theories for solving a range of engineering problems, diagnose the causes of structural failure, and propose methods of avoiding them in the future.

  • Materials Failure and Prevention: You will gain a deep understanding of common failures that occur in materials during a process and the ability to design against their occurrence. Additionally, you'll learn skills better to predict the residual life of components in service.

  • Group Project A: Gain professional management skills for working in a team to solve a technical problem. Develop the ability to determine essential personality characteristics in self and others, undertaking a rationale analysis of how personality characteristics affect group dynamics and understanding strategies for managing self and others when working in a team.

  • Advanced Materials: By thoroughly teaching the properties of materials and performance at the nano level, this unit will educate students on the concept of self-healing in materials and how it can be used to extend the life of components in a design setting. Through lectures, case studies, and workshops, students will gain knowledge of advanced materials, their properties, and their applications.

  • Life Cycle Management: About issues within the field of design, life cycle techniques are crucial for impacts on the environment, legislation, and economy. You'll develop the skills to apply these techniques to product designs and the application of positive ethical professional conduct underpinning design practice.

  • Research Methods: This unit will adequately prepare you for writing a project proposal and for conducting and disseminating the Individual Master's Project. You will use critical research skills in areas such as literature reviews, critical analysis of research findings, project proposals, planning, experiment design and analysis, and dissemination.

  • Individual Masters Project: Using real-life problems, you will use your knowledge gained from the program, research findings, and industrial experiences to produce an independently conducted work. Your project may be linked to your workplace, or research was undertaken within one of BU's research themes. This project will develop your knowledge of philosophy, methodologies, and research techniques, provide an opportunity to investigate and report on a particular issue in depth critically, enable you to engage in complex topics, and present an analytically rigorous and well-argued case.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

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