MPhil Mechanical Engineering
OverviewThe School’s research is focused around six interconnected research themes: Advanced Manufacturing and Processing, Future Aircraft, Composite Materials and Structures, Simulation Technologies, Clean Energy and Biomaterials and Biomechanics.Course structureYou will carry out leading research under the guidance of your supervisory team. A full time student will normally complete in three years (up to a maximum of four), or part time over six years (up to a maximum of eight).Research will usually be in one of the key, interlinked research themes in the School, and the subtopics they cover, include:-Advanced Manufacturing and Processing – cost modelling, ergonomics, intelligent control, laser processing, life cycle analysis, material characterisation, mechatronics, parallel kinematic machines, polymer processing, robotics and ultra-precision manufacturing.Future Aircraft – aero engines, aerodynamics, aeroelasticity, aircraft operations, design and analysis, optimisation and structural testingComposite Materials and Structures -damage mechanics and crashworthiness, material characterisation, multifunctional composites and nano-enhanced compositesSimulation Technologies – FEA/CFD/EFG/DES/MD, kinematic modelling, meshing, multiscale/Multiphysics, optimisation, simulation intent, systems modelling, uncertainty quantification, virtual testing and design visual analytics and big dataClean Energy – biofuels, catalysis, life cycle assessment, power systems, turbomachinery and waste managementBiomaterials and Biomechanics – biomimetics, material characterisation, mechanobiology and medical devices.Also, over the course of study, you can attend postgraduate skills training organised by the Graduate School, or other internal and external training courses organised through your supervisor.Career ProspectsEmployment after the CourseMany of our MPhil graduates have moved into academic and research roles in Higher Education while others go on to play leading roles in industry, industry or become entrepreneurs.
