Overview

The department has an international reputation for the excellence of its research which is funded by numerous bodies including: EPSRC, EU, Wellcome Trust, the Royal Society, the Leverhulme Trust, UK Ministry of Defence, BAE Systems, Cosworth Technology, Ebara, Jaguar Cars, Shell, and BP.

University College London (UCL) Mechanical Engineering has a range of research and teaching facilities which enhance the experience of students on the programme. Highlights include an extensive workshop, four engine test cells of the highest specification, a fuel cell laboratory, an electrical power laboratory and a fluid mechanics laboratory.

Careers

Graduates from this programme have the opportunity to forge careers in a range of sectors internationally. There are career opportunies in manufacturing and the engineering of transportation, including rail, road, shipping and aviation and the design of electric and hybrid drive trains.

Students can also gain employment in power industries, including new and renewable energy technologies such as wind, solar and tidal power.

This Power Systems Engineering MSc at the University College London (UCL) helps to develop engineers capable of managing multidisciplary engineering projects, for example projects which bring together electrical, mechanical and financial elements.

Employability

Delivered by leading research and academic staff from across UCL, the Power Systems Engineering programme provides a range of opportunities for students to network and keep abreast of emerging ideas.
This is enhanced by our collaborations with companies and governmental bodies such as BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Lloyds Register and TfL, who provide specialised lectures and are key to our research success.
We encourage students to develop networks through the programme and via the department’s careers programme, which includes employer-led events and individual coaching.
We equip our graduates with the skills and confidence needed to play a creative and leading role in the professional and research community.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Thermodynamics and Turbomachinery
Electrical Power Systems and Electrical Propulsion
Advanced Computer Applications in Engineering
Electrical Machines and Power Electronic Drives
Control and Robotics
Power Transmission and Auxiliary Machinery Systems
Vibrations and Acoustics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering Electrical Engineering Energy Engineering View 105 other Masters in Energy Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university in a suitable engineering subject such as electrical, mechanical or mechatronics, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Some basic knowledge of applied electricity is essential.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 1

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

39800 GBP / year

≈ 39800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

20500 GBP / year

≈ 20500 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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The department has an international reputation for the excellence of its research which is funded by numerous bodies including: EPSRC, EU, Wellcome Trust, the Royal Society, the Leverhulme Trust, UK Ministry of Defence, BAE Systems, Cosworth Technology, Ebara, Jaguar Cars, Shell, and BP.

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