Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at University of California Santa Barbara is a MSc programme in Engineering, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Santa Barbara, 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
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Statement of Purpose, Statement of Personal Achievements/Contributions, and Resume or CV (submitted in the online application)
Three Letters of Recommendation (Submitted online)
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (Submitted online)
GRE General test scores
TOEFL scores 550 Paper-Based Test (PBT), 80 Internet-Based Test (IBT) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Overall Band score of 7 or higher (if applicable)
**Important note: applicants must list their top 3 areas of research interest (using the following abbreviations) in the online application field labeled Area of Research Interest: (1) Computational Science & Engineering (CSE), (2) Dynamic Systems, Controls, and Robotics (DCR), (3) Solid Mechanics, Structures, and Materials (SMMS), (4) Thermofluid Sciences (TFS), or (5) Micro/Nanoscale Systems (MEMS) or (6) Bioengineering and Systems Biology (BESB).
Final/Official transcripts will be required for all applicants who are admitted and have indicated their intent to enroll at UC Santa Barbara by submitting a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR). UC Santa Barbara reserves the right to require official transcripts at any time during the admissions process, and rescind any offer of admission made if discrepancies between uploaded and official transcript(s) are found.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Barbara, United States
University of California, Santa Barbara is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Start Date the 2025
- Language English
- Duration 15 year(s)