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Cardiff University: School of Engineering
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/engineering
Engineering plays a vital role in tackling global societal challenges, and at Cardiff University, we are committed to addressing engineering priorities worldwide.
As a Russell Group university, we work on high profile research projects and collaborate with key members of industry including Airbus, Arup, General Electric, GlaxoSmithKline, Huawei, Mercedes-Benz, NASA, National Grid, Renishaw and Toshiba.
Our research is focused around the five strategic areas of advanced manufacturing, civil infrastructure, compound semiconductors and applications, engineering for health and sustainable energy.
Our academics also demonstrate expertise across a broad range of other disciplines, offering a rich variety of topics suitable for doctoral research.
Our postgraduate taught programmes
We offer a wide selection of taught postgraduate degree programmes carefully designed with our industrial partners to enable you to develop your engineering knowledge, maximise your skills, and enhance your employability.
All of our established master’s degree programmes are accredited by the relevant professional institutions, except for Engineering Management MSc and Robotics and Intelligent Systems MSc which are specialist courses.
MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering
MSc in Building and Infrastructure Information Modelling (BIM) for Smart Engineering
MSc in Civil Engineering
MSc in Civil and Geoenvironmental Engineering
MSc in Compound Semiconductor Electronics
MSc in Electrical Energy Systems
MSc in Engineering Net Zero
MSc in Engineering Management
MSc in Robotics and Intelligent Systems
MSc in Structural Engineering
MSc in Sustainable Energy and Environment
MSc in Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Research Year
MSc in Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry
MSc in Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering
MRes in Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering
Our postgraduate research degrees
We offer a wide range of postgraduate research opportunities across the core disciplines of civil, electrical and electronic, and mechanical engineering. Within these disciplines, there are many specialist areas such as communications, energy and the environment, medical engineering, materials, nanotechnology, semiconductors, engineering AI and sensors.
These include both PhD and MPhil degrees on a full-time or part-time basis.
Our facilities
Our postgraduate students benefit from a wide range of specialist engineering laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment that support both teaching and advanced research.
We offer dynamic learning environments, from active learning workshops to cutting-edge research spaces such as the Advanced Robotics Laboratory, a dedicated additive manufacturing lab, and versatile Makers Spaces equipped with 3D printers, CAD software, and advanced manufacturing tools. Students also benefit from specialist areas focused on emerging fields like compound semiconductors and engineering AI.
Key stats
- 1st in the UK for electrical and electronic engineering*
- Top 10 in the UK for general engineering**
- Top 2 Students’ Union in the UK***
- 90% of our research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent. This means it’s making a real difference in the world.
*The Guardian University Guide 2024
**Times Good University Guide 2023
***QS World University Rankings 2024
****Research Excellence Framework, 2021
A student-friendly city
Cardiff – one of the UK’s most welcoming, affordable, safe and student-friendly cities – offers students a vibrant environment in which to live and study. With students making up around 20% of the city’s population, Cardiff has a youthful, inclusive feel and a strong sense of community.
Beyond campus, the city boasts world-class sporting events, arts and culture, excellent shopping, and a thriving food scene.
Beaches, national parks, and mountains are all within easy reach, offering students a unique balance of urban and outdoor living.
Cardiff is exceptionally well connected, with excellent public transport links and direct train services to London and other major UK cities – all just around two hours away – making it an ideal base for international students.
Supportive and inclusive student experience
With over 2,200 postgraduates from more than 115 countries, Cardiff University offers a truly global experience.
Cardiff offers a supportive environment through personalised academic mentoring, free IT tools and software, and extensive student services. The Centre for Student Life offers a wide range of services to support students. These include financial advice, visa and immigration guidance, career support for international students, and help with health and wellbeing.
Additionally, students can access disability support, mentoring, academic skills coaching (including English and maths), and residence support. Assistance with settling into university is also available. For students with families, the university offers childcare services, providing essential support for those balancing studies and parenting.
Postgraduate students benefit from tailored services including exclusive events, social opportunities, postgraduate-only study areas, and networking opportunities through the Postgraduate Association.
The Doctoral Academy provides additional resources and tailored support for research students, while all students are assigned a personal tutor to guide them through academic matters.
For those interested in learning more about life in Cardiff, prospective students can chat online with current Cardiff University students to get firsthand insights about living and studying here.
Living in Cardiff
Our location in Queen's Buildings is right on the doorstep of Cardiff city centre, which is one of the UK’s most affordable cities with plenty of green public spaces. Cardiff is a cosmopolitan capital city with entertainment ranging from top sporting events, a wide variety of cultural activities, and a vibrant nightlife.
Discover what makes Cardiff so appealing.
Cardiff University offers a range of university accommodation to suit individual preferences and budgets. Overseas applicants arriving in September are guaranteed a single occupancy place in university accommodation for their first year if certain deadlines are met.
Engineering Management (MSc)
Engineering Net Zero (MSc)
Available courses
- Advanced Mechanical Engineering (MSc)
- Building and Infrastructure Information Modelling (BIM) for Smart Engineering (Master of Science - MSc (PG))
- Civil and Geoenvironmental Engineering (MSc)
- Civil and Water Engineering (MSc)
- Civil Engineering (MSc)
- Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
- Electrical Energy Systems (MSc)
- Engineering Management (MSc)
- Engineering Net Zero (MSc)
- Manufacturing Engineering, Innovation and Management (MSc)
- Robotics and Intelligent Systems (MSc)
- Structural Engineering (MSc)
- Sustainable Energy and Environment (MSc)
- Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering (MSc)
- Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Research Year (MSc)
- Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry (MSc)
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