Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at Southern Methodist University is a MSc 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 Mechanical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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 7.5
- Tuition: USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Dallas, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering 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
- Linear System Analysis
- Intermediate Dynamics
- Vibrations
- Vehicle Dynamics
- Frequency Domain Methods in Linear Control Systems
- Optimal and Robust Control
- Nonlinear Control
- Advanced Mechanical Behavior of Materials
- Nontraditional Manufacturing Processes
- Introduction to Solid Mechanics
- Matrix Structural Analysis
- Introduction to Structural Dynamics
- Continuum Mechanics
- Optics Laser-Assisted Manufacturing
- Theory of Elasticity
- Finite Element Methods in Structural and Continuum Mechanics
- Intermediate Heat Transfer
- Advanced Thermodynamics
- Heat Transfer in Biomedical Sciences
- Transport Phenomena in Porous Media
- Intermediate Fluid Dynamics
- Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Convection Heat Transfer
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the Lyle School of Engineering admission requirements for an M.S. degree, applicants are required to satisfy the following additional requirement: a B.S. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline.Degree Requirements
In addition to meeting the Lyle School of Engineering degree requirements for an M.S. degree, candidates are required to satisfy the following requirements: the completion of 10 graduate-level courses (30 credit hours) or the completion of eight courses (24 credit hours) and a master\xc2\x92s thesis.
The master\xc2\x92s thesis must attain a certain level of originality to be considered independent work and be presented to, and approved by, a committee with at least three members and chaired by the adviser. Students are required to take five courses (15 credit hours) from one of the three existing areas of concentration: design and dynamics systems control, mechanical sciences and thermal fluid sciences. In addition, the students must take at least one course from each of the other two areas. The choice of courses must be approved by the academic graduate adviser. These requirements provide depth and breadth to the academic experience of students.English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 48,190 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, United States
Southern Methodist University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months