The aim of this MSc programme is to provide you with advanced training in all major aspects of product design from conceptual design, and product modelling to prototyping to a high level of competence. This programme will train you to develop reliable, high-quality products with true market appeal, within the budgets and tight timescales demanded by competitive businesses.
You’ll gain detailed expertise in product design’s key concepts, tools and methodologies.
There’s a strong practical element and you’ll develop your skills through individual and group projects, using facilities that include:-
As well as receiving excellent tuition from our world-renowned academics you’ll be able to listen to visiting product designers and professors from the Royal Academy of Engineering talk about advanced concepts and case studies.
You’ll gain detailed expertise in product design’s key concepts, tools and methodologies, including:-
This programme is fully accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
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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Your first semester will introduce you to additive manufacturing, 3D tool and techniques used by designers, processes used during the initial stages of new product development, and the relationships between materials properties and the influence of processing on them.
UK students are exempt from Technical Writing for Engineers and should instead take Project Management. EU/International students with strong English language skills can be exempt as well, subject to Programme Director’s approval.
| Optional modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| PROJECT MANAGEMENT (MNGT502) | 7.5 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
In your second semester, you will learn the principles of advanced manufacturing techniques using lasers, the tools and methods of Eco-design, energy generation and usage, and the concepts of Entrepreneurship, Intrapreneurship, Company Infrastructure and Investment Proposals.
You’ll get a good understanding of a wide range of aspects of the design function in a manufacturing company, in particular a comprehensive understanding of the Design Process. You will even get hands-on with modelling software to learn what it takes to bring a new product off the drawing board, through virtual development, and into a modern pre-tooling ‘pre-sales’ promotional environment.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| ADVANCED MANUFACTURING WITH LASERS (MECH607) | 15 |
| ENTERPRISE STUDIES (MNGT414) | 7.5 |
| MANAGEMENT OF DESIGN (MNGT413) | 7.5 |
| PRODUCT MODELLING & VIRTUAL REALITY (MNFG608) | 15 |
| GROUP ENGINEERING DESIGN (MECH401) | 15 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Over the summer you will have the opportunity to plan, carry out and control a research project at the forefront of your academic discipline, where you will work independently to answer a research question based on your specialism area.
You’ll use your research, literature searching and specific skills you have learned during the previous semesters to highlight your abilities.
You’ll present an outline to your supervisor, create an interim report, and finally a dissertation.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| MSC(ENG) PROJECT (60 CREDITS) (ENGG660) | 60 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
You’ll learn across a variety of teaching methods, like lectures, seminars, and tutorials. You’ll also get hands-on experience designing sketch models and using micromachining lasers to build your portfolio.
You’ll either work on these assignments on your own or in a group project. After that, you’ll present your findings to the other students and the module leader, which will lead to a group discussion. This is a formative exercise, so you may even get feedback from your peers on your presentation.
Across your modules, you’ll be assessed in a number of different ways, including exams, lab activity, case studies, business plans, and project journals.
Your final project work will be based on a topic of industrial or scientific relevance, and will be carried out in laboratories in the University or at an approved placement in industry. You’ll examine this project in your dissertation and show evidence of in-depth understanding, mastery of research techniques, ability to analyse assembled data, and assessment of outcomes.
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We equip our students for rewarding careers and our graduates have found jobs in a wide range of industries and organisations, both in the UK and abroad.
This programme includes a strong practical element and incorporate the latest academic and industry research, enabling you to work effectively at the forefront of engineering.
We’ve consistently achieved the highest grades in research assessments and many of our research programmes are supported by industrial companies such:-
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Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
Full-time place, per year - £13,300
Full-time place, per year - £29,900
Fees stated are for the 2025-26 academic year.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support.
You can pay your tuition fees in instalments.
All or part of your tuition fees can be funded by external sponsorship.
International applicants who accept an offer of a place will need to pay a tuition fee deposit.
If you're a UK national, or have settled status in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan worth up to £12,167 to help with course fees and living costs. Learn more about paying for your studies..
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Find out more about the additional study costs that may apply to this course.
We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries that could help pay your tuition and living expenses.
If you’re a UK student, either born in or with strong family connections to Merseyside, you could be eligible to apply for a fee discount of up to £4,500. You’ll need to demonstrate an active interest in global, community and environmental issues to be considered.
If you’re a UK University of Liverpool graduate joining a master’s degree with us, you could be eligible to receive £3,000 off your tuition fees. You must have graduated in the last two years and received a widening access scholarship during your undergraduate studies.
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The qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate entry requirements | We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This should be in Engineering or Science with appropriate knowledge of core engineering science topics at bachelor degree level. |
| International qualifications |
Many countries have a different education system to that of the UK, meaning your qualifications may not meet our entry requirements. Completing your Foundation Certificate, such as that offered by the University of Liverpool International College, means you're guaranteed a place on your chosen course. |
You'll need to demonstrate competence in the use of English language, unless you’re from a majority English speaking country.
We accept a variety of international language tests and country-specific qualifications.
International applicants who do not meet the minimum required standard of English language can complete one of our Pre-Sessional English courses to achieve the required level.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 19, writing 19, reading 19 and speaking 20. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted. |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 overall, with no component below 105 |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 61 overall, with no component below 59 |
| LanguageCert Academic | 70 overall, with no skill below 65 |
| PSI Skills for English | B2 Pass with Merit in all bands |
| INDIA Standard XII | National Curriculum (CBSE/ISC) - 75% and above in English. Accepted State Boards - 80% and above in English. |
| WAEC | C6 or above |
Do you need to complete a Pre-sessional English course to meet the English language requirements for this course?
The length of Pre-sessional English course you’ll need to take depends on your current level of English language ability.
If you don’t meet our English language requirements, we can use your most recent IELTS score, or the equivalent score in selected other English language tests, to determine the length of Pre-sessional English course you require.
Use the table below to check the course length you're likely to require for your current English language ability and see whether the course is available on campus or online.
| Your most recent IELTS score | Pre-sessional English course length | On campus or online |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 overall, with no component below 6.0 | 6 weeks | On campus |
| 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5 | 10 weeks | On campus and online options available |
| 6.0 overall, with no more than one component below 5.5, and no component below 5.0 | 12 weeks | On campus and online options available |
| 5.5 overall, with no more than one component below 5.5, and no component below 5.0 | 20 weeks | On campus |
| 5.0 overall, with no more than one component below 5.0, and no component below 4.5 | 30 weeks | On campus |
| 4.5 overall, with no more than one component below 4.5, and no component below 4.0 | 40 weeks | On campus |
If you’ve completed an alternative English language test to IELTS, we may be able to use this to assess your English language ability and determine the Pre-sessional English course length you require.
Please see our guide to Pre-sessional English entry requirements for IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0, for further details.
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Last updated 20 January 2025 / / Programme terms and conditions