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Master's

MSc Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics

University of Chester · Exton Park, England

Level
Master's
Duration
1 year
Intake
January 2027
Tuition fee
£15,500 / year
Initial deposit
£1,500 initial deposit is required to proceed with the interview. 100% tuition fee deposit/payment is required to receive the CAS letter.
Location
Exton Park, England

🚨 University of Chester Pauses January & May 2027 Recruitment

Applies to applicants from: Pakistan · Sri Lanka · Bangladesh · and Ghana.

The University of Chester has temporarily paused recruitment for the January and May 2027 intakes for applicants from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Ghana.

Course overview

This MSc combines mechanical engineering and mechatronics, with a strong practical focus. It covers: • Mechanical design • Energy systems • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) • Manufacturing • Robotics • Embedded systems • Internet of Things (IoT) • Mechatronics Students get practical experience in the university's Design & Manufacturing suite, including manufacturing equipment, material testing and microscopy. The course also includes an industry-scale group design project, such as designing systems involving autonomous vehicles.

Course details

Degree level
Master's
Duration
1 year
Intake
January 2027
Tuition fee
£15,500 / year
Initial deposit
£1,500 initial deposit is required to proceed with the interview. 100% tuition fee deposit/payment is required to receive the CAS letter.
Country
England
Campus
Exton Park

About this information

The details on this page have not yet been checked against the official course page by our team. Fees, intakes and requirements can change, so always confirm them on the official course page before you apply.

Not recorded here yet: Pakistan-specific requirements.

English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

IELTS Academic

6.5 overall

Components: 5.5

PTE UKVI

62 overall

Components: 59

Alternative English Requirements

PTE Academic

62 overall

Components: 59

Duolingo English Test

120 overall

Components: 100

LanguageCert

70 overall

Components: 60

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements

You need a minimum Second Class Lower (2:2) Honours degree in a relevant discipline such as: • Mechanical Engineering • Mechatronics • Electrical/Electronics Engineering • Computer Engineering International students need a bachelor's degree broadly equivalent to UK postgraduate-entry standards. Relevant work experience may also be considered, and applications are assessed individually.

Scholarships & discounts

PG: Up to £2,250 £1,250 confirmed tuition fee discount Additional £1,000 Merit Scholarship for students with 65% or above UG: Up to £1,000 Merit Scholarship 75% required for Science subjects 80% required for Humanities subjects

Pre-CAS interview

Required
Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process
Interview type
On CAS Shield
Stage
After the initial deposit is paid
Format
Recorded interview
Deposit
£1,500

Course modules

Core Modules • Robotics — 20 credits Robotics, sensors, control systems and ethical issues. • Applied Finite Element Analysis — 20 credits FEA software, structural analysis and engineering simulations. • Engineering Group Design Project — 20 credits Team-based design of real-world engineering solutions. • Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Systems — 20 credits Modern manufacturing processes and production systems. • Energy and Environment — 20 credits Renewable energy, energy systems and environmental impacts. • Advanced Embedded Systems and Internet of Things — 20 credits Embedded programming, sensors, IoT and communication technologies. Optional Module • MSc Project — 60 credits Individual engineering research/project on a chosen topic. 2-Year Route Instead of the MSc Project, Year 2 can be: • Professional Placement — minimum 30 weeks/1,000 work-based hours. • Professional Project — client-led engineering project. Students need to secure their own placement/project with university support.

Details can change. Confirm fees, entry requirements and deadlines on the official course page before applying.