The MS in mechanical engineering is a two-year graduate programme at the Faculty of Earth Sciences, part of the University of Iceland's School of Engineering and Natural Sciences.

After completing the Master's degree in mechanical engineering, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer.

Is the program for you??

• Do you want to learn more about the environment, recycling and sustainability?

• Do you want to find solutions and design products and procedures that improve society?

• Would you like to learn more about energy and how it can be generated and used in a sustainable way?

• Do you want to make the world a better place?

What is the study about?

MS students in mechanical engineering complete an extensive research project, often in partnership with a company, which can lead to job opportunities after graduation. Dynamic research, strong links with industry, and international partnerships ensure that student projects are based on real-world conditions and the most up-to-date knowledge.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study.

The programme is made up of:

• Courses, 60-90 ECTS

• Research project, 30-60 ECTS

Specialisations

Students may choose between the following specialisation

• Mechanical Engineering

• Renewable Energy - Geothermal Engineering

Most or all courses are electives, chosen in consultation with the administrative supervisor to suit the student's areas of interest.

Organisation of teaching

This programme is taught in Icelandic but the learning material is generally in English.

There are various funding opportunities for Master's students and good work facilities are available.

Main objectives

Students should acquire the knowledge and skills required to analyse and resolve complex problems in various specialist areas of mechanical engineering. Students will learn to adopt independent and creative thinking in their approach to problems and develop the ability to analyse issues to produce clear conclusions.

Students should become familiar with the most up-to-date knowledge in mechanical engineering.

Other

After completing the Master's degree in mechanical engineering, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer. This professional title is legally protected.

Completing a Master's degree in mechanical engineering allows you to apply for doctoral studies.

• See the PhD in mechanical engineering

• See all doctoral programmes at the UI School of Engineering and Natural Sciences.