PMSCMECFTR8-2025-6-O - L-Università ta' Malta

Course Title

Master of Science in Engineering (Mechanical) (Mainly by Research)

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Semesters

90 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time (by Research)

Information for International applicants

Applicants must be in possession of:

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a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree with at least Second Class Honours or
a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree with at least Second Class Honours in appropriate subjects as approved by the Board or
a Bachelor degree with a Third Class (Honours) in Engineering or in a relevant area of study and are in possession of other qualifications, including relevant experience following their first cycle degree or
equivalent qualifications approved by Senate on the recommendation of the Board.

Admission of applicants under paragraph (c) and (d) shall be made conditional on the results of an interview and in such cases the Board may require applicants to successfully complete a preparatory programme.

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This programme of study is also offered on a part-time basis. Please consult the Registrar's website for more information pertaining to courses offered by the University.

The Master of Science in Engineering (Mechanical) part-time course is a research-based postgraduate course that extends for six semesters. As an interested applicant, you will have the opportunity to consult with the Faculty of Engineering prior to enrolment to discuss your research proposal. The areas of research in mechanical stream offered are threefold, and some of the areas of research available are as listed below:

Mechanical Engineering

Aerodynamics
Biomechanics
Building Services
Computer aided engineering (cfd: computational fluid dynamics and fea: finite element analysis)
Cooling of Electrical Machines
Energy
Energy Storage
Environmental engineering
Formability of sheet materials
Internal combustion engines
Naval architecture
Pressure vessels
Refrigeration
Robotics, Prosthetics, Mechatronics, Teleoperation and Automation
Robotic grasping, manipulation and dexterity
Solar desalination
Solar heating and cooling
Sound and vibration
Structural integrity
Structural analysis of composite materials
Structural mechanics and thermo-fluids
Welding
Wind turbines

Metallurgy and Materials

Laser shock peening for automotive gears
Shot peening of austempered ductile iron
Tribocorrosion of biomaterials and its mitigation using surface engineering
Iron-based biodegradable alloys
Implant development
Coatings for neural electrodes
Aerospace materials
Mechanical testing of graphene membranes
Graphene synthesis
Heritage materials
Surface engineering for additive manufactured parts for marine transport
Photocatalytic surfaces for greywater treatment at a micro scale
Materials for Sterilisation of 2nd class water

Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Computer aided engineering design
Concurrent engineering
Industrial automation
Industrial robotics and mechatronics
Industrial sustainable development
Intelligent systems in design and manufacturing
Micro manufacturing
Product development technologies and methodology
Quality engineering
Rapid prototyping
Robotic grasping and handling.

Applicants interested in pursuing a Master of Science by Research are to consult with staff members before submitting their application and research proposal. The course shall be offered in areas of study in Engineering where the Faculty can offer expert guidance and supervision.


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

ENR5006	Research Methods for Engineering	5 ECTS
ENR5020*	Dissertation	80 ECTS
ENR5026**	Science Communication in Engineering	5 ECTS
* Study-unit ENR5020 starts in Semester 1 and carries over to Semester 2 and Summer Semester. ** Students are required to register for this study-unit or another study-unit as directed by the Board. Students may choose to register for this study-unit either during Semester 1 or Semester 2.

This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of the Master of Science in Engineering - M.Sc. - under the auspices of the Faculty of Engineering.

By the end of the course, you will:

Carry out an in-depth dissertation on an area of choice.
Use the appropriate research methodology skills for independent and academic research.
Discuss and write effectively using the appropriate jargon related to the area.
Contribute your knowledge on mechanical engineering at the work place and in discursive atmospheres.
Be able to use your practical mind set to solve engineering-related issues.

Non EU Applicants:

Total Tuition Fees: Eur 13,400

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As a holder of this degree, you will be able to pursue a career as a mechanical engineer in the public or private sector. As a successful graduate, you will also have the option of furthering your studies to a doctorate level, which will lead you to research and academic opportunities.

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