Overview

Mechanical engineering is the discipline that transforms scientific discovery into the tangible realities of modern civilisation. From the design of transportation systems that connect our world – and even extend into the universe – to the development of advanced materials, medical devices, renewable energy technologies, robotics and intelligent manufacturing, mechanical engineering plays a central role in nearly every aspect of human life. It not only powers innovation and progress but also shapes the way we live today and defines how we will live in the future.

To ensure you graduate Advanced Mechanical Engineering at Lancaster University with skills that align with the demands of the engineering sector, we have collaborated with industry experts and professional bodies from the School of Engineering’s Industry Advisory Board.

You’ll have the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise and broaden your professional capabilities through a choice of modules offering specialism in:

• Nuclear Engineering
• Low-Carbon Energy
• Control Engineering
• Machine Learning

• Advanced Materials

Careers

Graduates of Lancaster’s MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering programme are well positioned for a wide range of rewarding and high-impact careers across multiple sectors, including energy, manufacturing, transport, aerospace, robotics and high-value engineering design. Our alumni are known for their ability to apply advanced engineering theory to real-world challenges by operating confidently in multidisciplinary, fast-changing environments, making them highly valued by employers. The inclusion of the Industrial Consultancy Project ensures that every full-time student gains first-hand experience of working with industry partners, building practical understanding and developing professional networks that support future employment.

Typical career destinations for our graduates include roles such as:

• Research engineer
• Mechanical engineer
• Production engineer
• Aerospace engineer
• Automotive engineer
• Manufacturing engineer
• Nuclear engineer
• Control engineer
• Technical team leader
• Manager or director
• Engineering consultant
• Software engineer