Modules

The MSc degree (totalling 180 credits) comprises:

• Eight taught modules (15 credits each)
• Research project (60 credits)

Core modules

Taught modules provide fundamental advanced knowledge in topics key to mechanical engineering. These cover dynamics, CFD, precision engineering and heat transfer and will develop your analytical and applied skills in designing, analysing and interpreting models using fundamental, empirical and computational theory.

Core modules in Research Methods & Professional Skills and a Group Design task will provide skills and experience to specify, manage, execute and report on engineering projects involving multiple stakeholders. You will then deploy these skills to deliver your individual research project, carrying out research into your chosen field, mentored by an academic with years of experience in the topic.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (ES440Link opens in a new window)
• Renewable Energy (ES4E0Link opens in a new window)
• Dynamics of 3D Mechanical Systems (ES4G3Link opens in a new window)
• Heat Transfer Theory and Design (ES4D9Link opens in a new window)
• Mechanical Engineering Group Design (ES9ZDLink opens in a new window)
• Research Methods and Professional Skills (ES9ZNLink opens in a new window)

Optional modules

Optional modules allow you to select topics that are of particular interest to you and which are aligned with Warwick's world leading research.

Example optional modules may include:

• Advanced Robotics (ES4A1Link opens in a new window)
• Design for Sustainability (ES4A8Link opens in a new window)
• Batteries and Fuel Cells (ES96XLink opens in a new window)
• Biomechanics (ES97ELink opens in a new window)
• Mathematical and Computer Modelling (ES4C3Link opens in a new window)
• Precision Engineering and Microsystems (ES442Link opens in a new window)
• Automobile Systems, Dynamics and Control (ES4A3Link opens in a new window)

Individual research project

The individual research projectLink opens in a new window is an in-depth experimental, theoretical or computational investigation of a topic chosen by you in conjunction with your academic supervisor during term 1. Past project titles include:

• CFD for electric car battery cooling system design
• Developing and testing an improved solar thermal collector (for hot water)
• Modelling and simulation of biological control systems
• Recycling of materials from spent lithium ion batteries
• Biomechanical detection of breast cancer by palpation
• Polymer gear contact simulations for EV gearbox applications

We are constantly evolving our courses to keep up with developments in engineering and requirements for industry so it is important you check our website for the most up-to-date information on module availability.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements are published on the University website:

MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering 2025Link opens in a new window

How to apply

Applications for 2025 entry are now open. More information about the application process is available on the University websiteLink opens in a new window.

Research

Warwick provides an environment of wide ranging interdisciplinary research that develops cutting edge science, methodologies and technologies within the broader context of their application. Students may apply their engineering knowledge and skills to: study the fluid mechanics of microorganisms or meteorological systems, develop systems modelling for automotive design or biomedical applications, apply heat transfer theory to electronic device management or optimising catalytic reactions. This approach encourages lateral thinking, transferable skills and communication across disciplines, which prepares students for a world of jobs and research.

Research groups

Research groups which may be of particular interest to Advanced Mechanical Engineering students include:

Fluid Dynamics and Multiscale Modelling

The Fluid Dynamics and Multiscale Modelling group is a world leading research group in fluid mechanics. Processes that span wide-ranging time and space scales are encountered in science and engineering in a vast number of fundamental and applied contexts. For example: the flow of blood in humans' complex vasculature; precision fuel injection in high-performance car engines; turbulent flow over drag-reducing coatings on aircraft. The challenge of understanding and predicting these multiscale processes, particularly those in the field of fluid dynamics, is the core motivation of the group.

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Measurement and Machines

The Measurement and Machines research group is a world-leading research group in material property determination and surface measurements. Modern society requires tools for the measurement and characterization of everything from biological cells to large structures. It is important to be able to determine the properties of many different materials, from biological tissue and polymers all the way through to construction materials and dynamic machines. This research group specializes in technologies and models for determining material properties, the use of modern sensors and microscopes to measure surfaces, the ways to image below the surface of materials, and to predict what will happen in the future.

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There are two main costs for students undertaking postgraduate study - academic fees and living expenses.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees are payable for each year of your course at the start of the academic year, or at the start of your course, if later. For details of the fees and how to pay, please review the Warwick Student Finance pagesLink opens in a new window - type Advanced Mechanical Engineering in the search box.

Living expenses

As well as tuition fees, students should budget for accommodation, food, books and other general expenditure such as clothes or leisure. Living costs will depend upon your lifestyle and spending patterns.

International students must be able to prove they have the necessary funds to cover these expenses. For more information on all costs see living expensesLink opens in a new window.

Scholarships

The School of Engineering offer scholarshipsLink opens in a new window throughout the year, check the page regularly for the latest funding opportunities.

Admissions enquiries

Please contact the Postgraduate Admissions teamLink opens in a new window.

Course enquiries

Talk to staff and students at the School of Engineering in a live chat or contact us via email.

You are also welcome to call us: +44 (0) 24 7652 2046 or +44 (0) 24 7652 4826.

Visit

There are a range of online and in-person optionsLink opens in a new window to help you discover more about your course, visit campus and get a sense of postgraduate life at Warwick.

We would be happy to show you around the School of Engineering. Please contact us to arrange to visit in person. You can also have a look around our facilities in our 360 degree virtual tourLink opens in a new window.