Overview

In the Mechanical Engineering Design course from University of Plymouth you'll explore the methods, tools and technologies used by engineering designers, while advancing your professional competency and readiness to tackle complex engineering challenges.

Careers

This programme will enable you to develop your career to an advanced level of design management in most industrial sectors. It will also support your progression to registration as a Chartered Engineer.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Research Methods and Professional Development
Computer Aided Engineering
Advanced Materials Engineering & Nanotechnology
Mechanics of Offshore Renewable Energy Systems
Medical Engineering and Biomechanics
MSc Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Applications can usually be made throughout the year, and are considered until programmes are full.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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90

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59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 BEng (Hons) degree or a 2:1 BSc (Hons) degree in mechanical engineering or other closely related discipline, with a demonstrable aptitude for design from workplace experience or study.

If you have considerable professional experience and can evidence an academic ability to undergraduate degree levels you may also be considered.

If you have overseas qualifications you can check your comparability with the UK equivalent through NARIC, who provide an advisory service.

If your first language is not English then evidence of English proficiency is required. The level of proficiency that is required can vary with the type of programme for which you are applying. The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is normally 6.5.

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Tuition Fees

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20400 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

11350 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time (Home) £630 per 10 credits

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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