UCAS code H303
Study Mechanical Engineering and learn to design, build and test new products, processes and systems. You'll develop holistic engineering knowledge and problem solving abilities as you work towards an industry-accredited degree that's sought after in a wide range of sectors. This Master of Engineering degree satisfies the academic requirements for you to register as a Chartered Engineer and allows for a year-long industry work placement.
A degree in Mechanical Engineering is the basis for a professional career in a broad range of industry sectors.
Mechanical Engineering is one of the oldest and broadest of the engineering disciplines. It is sought by employers in almost all sectors of engineering and beyond. Our graduates go on to work in fields such as medicine and healthcare, sustainable power generation, environmental technology, food production, sports science, aerospace, automotive, construction, nuclear, mechatronics and robotics, industrial product design, manufacturing, and project management.
Engineering graduates are also in demand in sectors such as accountancy, management consulting, and logistics. More than any other discipline, a degree in mechanical engineering is preparation for an enormously wide range of careers.
Our professionally accredited degree programmes offer an exciting blend of learning experiences designed to ensure our students not only master the scientific fundamentals, but also develop the skills, attitudes and experience demanded by 21st century engineering and society. Our ethos is to spend as much time outside the lecture theatre as possible. Our students spend a significant amount of their time working in teams to apply their learning in the solution of practical problems; or in the design, building and testing of new products processes and systems. This means our graduates are very well prepared for their careers ahead, and industry recognises them as highly employable.
The most important element of the MEng programme is the two-year Capstone project: a team project in which students design, build and race a single seat race car, a high speed bicycle or an underwater remotely operated vehicle; or in which students work with our industrial partners, alongside professional engineers, as they develop solutions to real industrial problems. These projects are designed to transform student engineers into fledgling professionals. They are rewarding for the students, are valued by industry and have been commended by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
Mechanical engineering programmes are accredited (or pending accreditation), by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. They’re a recognised qualification on the route to Chartered Engineer status.
All mechanical engineering programmes are accredited, or pending accreditation, by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. This is the professional body for Mechanical Engineers. Our programmes are a recognised qualification on the route to Chartered Engineer status.
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Years one and two of our programmes are designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of engineering science in subjects such as thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; solid mechanics; dynamic systems; materials and electronics and mathematics. It is this scientific understanding that underpins the practice of all professional engineering. Students also learn about project management, computer programming, and engineering design. Lecture-based learning is complemented by a wide range of laboratory work, practical challenges, team-based ‘design-build-test’ projects, site visits and other activities.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Years one and two of our programmes are designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of engineering science in subjects such as thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; solid mechanics; dynamic systems; materials and electronics and mathematics. It is this scientific understanding that underpins the practice of all professional engineering. Students also learn about project management, computer programming, and engineering design. Lecture-based learning is complemented by a wide range of laboratory work, practical challenges, team-based ‘design-build-test’ projects, site visits and other activities.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Get work experience and enhance your employability on a year-long placement with an approved organisation.
You’ll source your own industry placement with the support from the School of Engineering. Industry placements are sought after and competition to be accepted, so a placement cannot be guaranteed. You’ll transfer to the standard version of the programme if you can’t secure a placement.
International students are eligible for the year in industry, though restrictions may apply.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING YEAR IN INDUSTRY (ENGG299) | 120 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
In years four and five students move on to study advanced engineering science and undertake a 300-hour individual research project on a topic of their choice. They can also choose their engineering specialism by selecting one of five thematic streams: biomedical engineering, materials engineering, manufacturing, management, or simulation and analytics.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
In years four and five students move on to study advanced engineering science and undertake a 300-hour individual research project on a topic of their choice. They can also choose their engineering specialism by selecting one of five thematic streams: biomedical engineering, materials engineering, manufacturing, management, or simulation and analytics.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
We are leading the UK’s involvement in the international Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate (CDIO) initiative – an innovative educational framework for producing the next generation of engineers.
Our degree programmes encompass the development of a holistic, systems approach to engineering. Technical knowledge and skills are complemented by a sound appreciation of the life-cycle processes involved in engineering and an awareness of the ethical, safety, environmental, economic, and social considerations involved in practicing as a professional engineer.
You will be taught through a combination of face-to-face teaching in group lectures, laboratory sessions, tutorials, and seminars. Our programmes include a substantial practical component, with an increasing emphasis on project work as you progress through to the final year. You will be supported throughout by an individual academic adviser.
You’ll study in The School of Engineering, which hosts modern, world-class teaching and learning facilities. This includes the Active Learning Laboratories, which feature lab space, manufacturing robots and prototyping facilities so you can learn, build and test. You’ll also have access to high-spec workstations featuring industry-standard engineering software.
Assessment takes many forms, each appropriate to the learning outcomes of the particular module studied. The main modes of assessment are coursework and examination. Depending on the modules taken, you may encounter project work, presentations (individual and/or group), and specific tests or tasks focused on solidifying learning outcomes.
We have a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure our students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
The Liverpool Curriculum framework sets out our distinctive approach to education. Our teaching staff support our students to develop academic knowledge, skills, and understanding alongside our graduate attributes:
Our curriculum is characterised by the three Liverpool Hallmarks:
All this is underpinned by our core value of inclusivity and commitment to providing a curriculum that is accessible to all students.
Studying with us means you can tailor your degree to suit you. Here's what is available on this course.
University of Liverpool students can choose from an exciting range of study placements at partner universities worldwide.
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture on an optional additional year at Xi'an Jiaotong Liverpool University in stunning Suzhou.
Spend a summer abroad on a study placement or research project at one of our worldwide partner institutions.
This course is also available without an included year in industry.
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To spend a year in industry, you'll need to secure a placement with an organisation. If you're unable to find a placement, you'll continue with the standard version of the course without a year in industry.
Every student at The University of Liverpool can study a language as part of, or alongside their degree. You can choose:
You’ll study in The School of Engineering, which hosts modern, world-class teaching and learning facilities. This includes the Active Learning Laboratories, which feature lab space, manufacturing robots and prototyping facilities so you can learn, build and test. You’ll also have access to high-spec workstations featuring industry-standard engineering software.
From arrival to alumni, we’re with you all the way:
I have gained a huge amount of experience in how engineering projects are affected by business constraints. I have developed new skills that cannot be taught in University which will help me with my future career in engineering.
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Mechanical engineering graduates are sought after in engineering fields and a wide range of other sectors. Graduates go on to work in engineering fields including healthcare, food production, aerospace, construction, power generation and manufacturing.
Recent employers of Mechanical Engineering graduates include: