By studying a PhD / MSc by Research in Mechanical Engineering Êfrom University of Birmingham you will be leading pivotal change that underpins business interests and creates a tangible impact on society. From nanotechnology to vehicle and aero-technology, our research scales the full range of engineering disciplines to examine some of the most challenging issues today and supports the manufacturing industry worldwide.
Our research within the School of Mechanical Engineering positions the University and West Midlands region as the UKÕs research and development centre in the area of Advanced Manufacturing. We pride ourselves on applying engineering science to solving problems that are important to society and we are leading changes in advanced manufacturing to ensure continued business success. Our research has vastly benefitted industrial partners in the aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, healthcare, manufacturing and transport sectors.Ê Those include world-leading companies, such as Airbus, Delcam, GKN, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Johnson and Johnson, Johnson Matthey, Rolls-Royce, and Shell.Research degrees in Mechanical Engineering are offered through three research specialist centres:
- Bio-medical and micro engineering
- Advanced Manufacturing Centre
- Vehicle technology
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