MEng Mechanical Engineering

The Master of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) is a globally ranked (QS Top 53, 2024), triple-accredited program (IMechE/IED/BEM) that fulfills Chartered Engineer requirements. This 4-year degree combines rigorous training in mechanical design, manufacturing, materials, and thermofluids with hands-on projects—including a 40-credit Group Design module and final-year research project. Focused on sustainable innovation, it develops technical mastery and leadership skills for careers in aerospace, automotive, energy, and emerging industries.

A Level

• Grades: BBC (including Mathematics and Physics)

• Excluded: Critical Thinking, General Studies

IB Diploma

• Total Points: 26 (with 5, 4 at Higher Level)

• Required Subjects:

  • Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (HL)

  • Physics (HL)

STPM

• Grades: BBC+ (including Mathematics and Physics)

• Excluded: Pengajian Am

UEC

• Grades: 5 B3s (including Mathematics and Physics)

• Excluded: Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese Language

Australian Year 12

• ATAR: 82

• Required Subjects:

  • Mathematics & Physics (must meet A-Level equivalent grades)

  • WACE: Mathematics Methods + Mathematics Specialist

  • SACE: Mathematical Methods + Specialist Mathematics

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

• Average: 77% (based on 6 subjects)

• Required Subjects:

  • Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vectors, Physics

  • Minimum 75% for C, 81% for B (A-Level equivalent)

Gaokao (China)

• Average: 70% (including Mathematics ≥75%, Physics ≥73%)

• Senior High School Diploma: 70% overall (with Mathematics & Physics ≥70%)

CBSE / CISCE (India - Class XII)

• Average: 78% (best 4 subjects)

• Required Subjects:

  • Mathematics ≥80% (Applied Mathematics not accepted)

  • Physics ≥70%

• Excluded: Local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, Physical Education

Advanced Placement (AP)

• Grades: 4, 4, 3 (including AP Calculus and AP Physics)

Local Diplomas / Foundations

• Minimum GPA: 3.20/4.0 (with strong grades in Mathematics & Physics)

• Case-by-case assessment

Nottingham Foundation Programme

• Minimum Score: 45% in Mathematics & Physics modules

English Language Requirements

Minimum Scores

• IELTS (Academic): 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in each element)

• TOEFL (iBT): 80 (min. 17 Writing & Listening, 18 Reading, 20 Speaking)

• PTE (Academic): 65 (no less than 59 in each element)

Alternative Qualifications

• GCE A/AS Level English: Grade C

• SPM: CEFR B2

• GCSE/IGCSE:

  • O-Level: Grade C/4

  • IGCSE (First Language): Grade C/4

  • IGCSE (Second Language): Grade B/6

• MUET: Band 4

• UEC: Grade B3

• IB English:

  • A1/A2 (SL/HL): 4 points

  • B (HL): 4 points

  • B (SL): 5 points

• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U): 75% (no fast-track)

• CBSE/CISCE Class XII/X: 70% (English medium confirmation required)

Additional Notes

• IELTS/TOEFL/PTE results valid for 2 years

• IELTS One Skill Retake accepted

• Online tests (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE) not accepted

• MUET valid for 5 years

• OSSD/CBSE/CISCE require proof of English medium instruction

Year 1

Core Modules

• Engineering Design and Design Project

• Materials and Manufacturing

• Mathematics for Engineers

• Programming, Professional and Laboratory Skills

• Statics and Dynamics

• Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1

Year 2

Core Modules

• Advanced Mathematics and Statistics for Mechanical Engineers

• Design, Manufacture and Project

• Dynamics and Control

• Electromechanical Devices

• Engineering Management 1

• Materials in Design

• Mechanics of Solids

• Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 2

Year 3

Core Modules

• Computer Modelling Techniques

• Engineering Management 2

• Engineering Sustainability

• Group Design and Make

• Industrial Training

Optional Modules

• Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing

• Advanced Powertrain Engineering

• Air Pollution

• Computer Aided Engineering

• Computational Fluid Dynamics

• Corporate Restructuring and Governance

• Finite Element Analysis

• Introduction to Aerospace Technology

• Introduction to Automotive Technology

• Lean Manufacturing

• Marketing Management

• Risk and Reliability

• Robotics and Automation Technology

• Stress Analysis and Material Models

• Thermofluids 3

Year 4 (MEng)

Core Modules

• Advanced Technology Review

• Integrated Systems Analysis

• MEng Individual Project

Optional Modules

• Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing

• Advanced Powertrain Engineering

• Air Pollution

• Branding and Advertising

• Computer Aided Engineering

• Computational Fluid Dynamics

• Corporate Restructuring and Governance

• Entrepreneurship for Engineers

• Finite Element Analysis

• Introduction to Aerospace Technology

• Introduction to Automotive Technology

• Lean Manufacturing

• Marketing Management

• Risk and Reliability

• Robotics and Automation Technology

• Stress Analysis and Material Models

• Thermofluids 3