Overview

Join the Mechanical Engineering course at University of Bath with a strong ethos to proactively better the world through taking mechanical engineering research and development to the next level. Our research activities cover fundamental investigations to applied research, and are often carried out collaboratively with industry and other universities.

Professional Development

Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.

Programme Structure

Your PhD can be in any of the areas of research covered by our research centres:

Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies

Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER)

Centre for Digital, Manufacturing & Design (DMADE)

Centre for Integrated Materials, Processes & Structures (IMPS)

Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES)

Institute for Propulsion & Mobility (IPM)

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-04 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-04 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 31 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

First or good second class honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate engineering, science or mathematics subject.

Two references are required. At least one of these should be an academic reference from the most recent place of study.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15675 GBP / year

≈ 15675 GBP / year

Additional Details

Fees to be confirmed for national students

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.