Mechanical Engineering MPhil/PhD

Join us at the forefront of engineering science and make your contribution to world-class research across a range of disciplines, including biomedical and biomechanical systems, clean and low carbon energy and propulsion, advanced materials, robotics, and the marine environment. This doctoral study programme is your opportunity to become part of that process. Supervised by leading academics, our PhD students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and simulation techniques. This supports both projects that develop underpinning engineering knowledge, and those that see you in close collaboration with major industrial partners. You'll make your mark and establish your expertise in your chosen scientific and engineering specialisms. You’ll work in multidisciplinary research teams to tackle real-world engineering challenges. UCL’s current mechanical engineering researchers are leading the study of sustainable fuel development, biomaterials, and naval architecture. With research sponsors including the European Space Agency, the UK Ministry of Defence and Siemens Energy, you’ll see how the latest theoretical research gets applied and commercialised by some of the world’s leading organisations and technology companies. This programme is for students with a background in engineering or another related discipline who wish to produce a significant contribution to research within mechanical engineering. This programme will allow you to develop knowledge in your area of specialism. It is suitable for both recent Master’s graduates and early or mid-career professionals.

Normally a UK Master’s degree, or a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant professional qualifications and/or appropriate work experience may also be taken into consideration.