Postgraduate Taught
Academic
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree Requirements: 2:1 = minimum 3.0, 2:2 = minimum 2.6
Engineering
University of DerbyDerby, United Kingdom
- Duration
- 1 year full-time
- Subject
- Civil Engineering
- IELTS
- 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5About the same overall: PTE Academic 55, TOEFL iBT 81, Duolingo English Test 120, Oxford Test of English 136.
At a glance
Summary by AIReading the course page…
Overview
• Research-led engineering innovation - undertake a substantial independent research project addressing real-world industry and global engineering challenges • Flexible specialisation across disciplines - explore areas including Mechanical, Motorsport, Electrical and Electronic, Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, Robotics, AI, Sustainable Energy, Manufacturing, Automation and Acoustics • Industry-relevant learning environment - work with experienced researchers and access specialist laboratories, advanced simulation tools and modern engineering facilities • Industry-sponsored research opportunities - the MRes Engineering programme offers opportunities to apply for industry-linked research projects developed in collaboration with Rolls-Royce and leading academic research facilities working in advanced engineering technologies • Pathway to PhD and advanced careers - build the technical, analytical and research expertise needed for doctoral study, R and D roles and high-level engineering careers • Research Planning and Communication (20 credits, core)
Entry requirements
Industry-relevant learning environment - work with experienced researchers and access specialist laboratories, advanced simulation tools and modern engineering facilities Characteristics of MRes degrees and expectations at Level 7 One-to-one supervision with experienced academic researchers An up-to-date CV / resume outlining your academic background, technical and software skills, relevant engineering, industrial, or research experience and your employment history and professional responsibilities where applicable The knowledge, skills and experience you would bring to the project
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each skills area)
Fees
International students: GBP 17,500 per year of study
UK students: GBP 9,720 per year of study*
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early for visa processing
Campus
- Derby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
If you studied in United States
162 countriesFrom University of Derby's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.
Scholarships at University of Derby
3 for this level- 10% Alumni Discount10% of fees
- 25% Alumni Discount
- Biomedical Science Excellence ScholarshipGBP 1,000
Plan your first year
Change the figures to your ownTuitionGBP 17,500
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in total
The health surcharge is paid for the whole visa when you apply; one year is counted here. Figures as gov.uk showed them on 24 OCT 2026.
After your offer
Your portal tracks each stop- 1
Your offer
The university sends a conditional or unconditional offer. We follow it until every condition is met.
- 2
Accept and pay the deposit
You accept the offer and pay any deposit the university asks for, by its deadline.
- 3
Your CAS
The university issues your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, the number your visa application needs. We help you get it.
- 4
Your Student visa
You apply with your CAS and show GBP 28,039 for your first year: tuition plus living costs. We help you prepare the documents.
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