Overview

The School has state-of-the-art facilities and experimental equipment to support students’ research such as 3-D printer, wind tunnel, dynamic testing machines, mechatronic units and non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment. The School provides research students the opportunity to participate in regular research seminars and workshops. We also offer research students the possibility of attending international conferences organised by Mechanical Engineering societies to present their work.

Students taking the Mechanical Engineering (by Research and Thesis) programme from University of Kent do not undertake credit-bearing taught modules and there are no written examinations. Instead, you will be assigned a supervisor who is a leading expert in their field. You are expected to attend a bi-weekly supervision lasting up to 1 hour via online tools such as Skype or Google Hangout for those choosing to undertake the MSc by Research through the online option. In these meetings, you will present your progress to your supervisor. Tasks and deadlines will be set accordingly to your schedule.

Careers

We have developed our programmes with a number of industrial organisations, which means that successful students are in a strong position to build a long-term career in this important discipline. You develop the skills and capabilities that employers are looking for, including problem solving, independent thought, report-writing, time management, leadership skills, team-working and good communication.

Building on Kent’s success as the region’s leading institution for student employability, we offer many opportunities for you to gain worthwhile experience and develop the specific skills and aptitudes that employers value.

Programme Structure

These research fields include:

Computer aided design (CAD)

Failure of materials and structures

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

Automation and manufacturing

Risk and reliability

Industrial maintenance

Robotics and autonomous systems, and digital mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

No fixed deadline for applications from home students, but we recommend to apply as soon as possible; no later than three months before your start date.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.2 or honours degree or MSc with Merit or above in mechanical, material, civil, and structural engineering, mathematics

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, and professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23500 GBP / year

≈ 23500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

EU and International Part time: £11,750

Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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