Birmingham City University : Mechanical Engineering - PgCert / PgDip / MSc

Summary

• Faculty of Technology, Engineering & the Environment

• School
• Engineering, Design and Manufacturing Systems

• Campus
• City Centre , Millennium Point

• Duration
• Full Time: 12 months
  Part Time: 30 months

• Fees
• Full Time 2011-2012: £4,950 per year
  Part Time 2011-2012: £28 per credit
  Full Time 2011-2012 (International): £11,700 per year
  2012/13 (Full Time): To be announced.
  2012/13 (Part Time): To be announced.
  2012/13 (International): To be announced.

Key Facts

• The MSc Mechanical Engineering course has been designed to reflect the increasing industrial use of complex analytical tools such as Adams Mechanisms, Finite Element Analysis and Solid Modelling techniques.
• You will become skilled in the use of industry standard software such as Matlab/Simulink, CATIA, Ansys and ADAMS Mechanisms
• This course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

Why Choose Us?

• Located in the prestigious £114 million City Centre Campus at Millennium Point in the heart of Birmingham, we have fantastic facilities that support students from all levels of study including foundation, professional development short courses and postgraduate research.
• Our well-equipped laboratories enhance students' educational experience, providing a bridge between theoretical learning and hands-on teaching to prepare them for a career in industry.
• Birmingham City University’s School of Engineering, Design and Manufacturing Systems is a recognised leader in education, training and business solutions, offering a wide range of courses that benefit from active engagement with regional, national and international industry - giving students the best possible introduction to modern engineering.
• The School is the first UK-based academy for PTC Inc – a major software solutions provider to international business and the US Government, giving our students access to industry-standard tools such as ProE. We are a lighthouse member of the SAP University Alliance Programme and are also working with leading international technology and engineering solution provider, Technosoft, providing our students with access to the latest industry-standard computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.
• The School has approximately 800 students and 40 academic and support staff, in disciplines extending from automotive, aerospace and manufacturing to ICT and the environment.
• The School has strong academic and research links with business and industry, such as Morgan Motor Company, and actively works with leading international technology and engineering solution partners.
• More than £750,000 worth of capital investment has been made by approval of various research projects in upgrading our engine emissions test facilities, environmental laboratory and thermodynamics equipment.

Course Outline

The course aims to:

• Develop the skills required to design and analyse components and systems within a general engineering environment.
• Introduce modern computer-based tools used within the industry and give you the opportunity to apply them to realistic problems.
• Develop engineering skills including problem-solving abilities, practical competencies, critical appraisal and communication skills.

Your Career

Career Prospects

There are many challenging and rewarding career opportunities for practitioners able to operate at a senior level in the mechanical, automotive, aeronautical and offshore engineering industries. Never has the need been greater for highly skilled, innovative engineers.

Further Study Options

The University has a range of research (MPhil and PhD) postgraduate programmes. Details can be found on the postgraduate section of the website.

Entry Requirements & Applications

Entry Requirements

We would normally expect you to hold at least a Second Class Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline. However, we can also consider your application without standard entry qualifications if you can provide evidence of the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully complete the course.

Application Details

Full and Part Time: Please make your application directly to us by using our downloadable application form

Enquiries

Prospective students from the UK or EU may enquire online by using the Course Enquiry Form or call +44 (0)121 331 5595.

Prospective students from non-EU countries may enquire via the International Enquiry Form or call +44 (0)121 331 6714.

Further Information

For general enquiries, please contact the School of Engineering, Design and Manufacturing Systems as follows:

School of Engineering, Design and Manufacturing Systems
Faculty of Technology, Engineering and the Environment
Birmingham City University
Millennium Point
Curzon Street
Birmingham
B4 7XG

Tel: +44 (0)121 331 5400
Email: enquiries@tee.bcu.ac.uk

If you haven't already, visit the School of Engineering, Design and Manufacturing Systems website for more information.