Program Overview
The Design of Mechanical Systems at Aalborg University is a Master programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Design of Mechanical Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design of Mechanical Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Stress and Deformation Analyses of Load Carrying Structural Element
- Solid Mechanics with Microstructure
- Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue
- Finite Element Methods
- Engineering Design of Mechanical Systems
- Engineering Optimisation \x96 Concepts, Methods and Applications
- Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures
- Energy and Variational Methods with Applications
- During the fourth semester, you will write your Master\x92s thesis (30 ECTS).
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the Master\xc2\x92s program in Design of Mechanical Systems requires a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing, Innovation and Product Design or the like.
Students with another Bachelor\'s degree, upon application to the Board of Studies, will be admitted after a specific academic assessment if the applicant is deemed to have comparable educational prerequisites. The University can stipulate requirements concerning conducting additional exams prior to the start of study.
Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.
Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University are:
- IELTS (academic test): 6.5
- TOEFL (paper-based): 560
- TOEFL (internet-based): 88
- Cambridge First Certificate with the grade B
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months