Applied Mechanics, MSc 24 months Postgraduate Program By Chalmers University of Technology |Top Universities
Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

160,000 SEKTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Engineering - GeneralMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - General

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Applied mechanics master's programme at Chalmers

The importance of the programme is manifested by the role that simulation tools play in engineering practice as of today. The development of computers and algorithms will continue to increase the possibilities and accuracy of simulations as part of designing competitive, reliable and sustainable products. 

The master’s programme in Applied mechanics at Chalmers will train you to solve solid, structural and fluid mechanics problems in a broad spectrum of different application areas. You will gain core competences for becoming a key player for both large and small enterprises working with the mechanical design of sustainable and competitive products, while considering aspects like reliability, robustness, weight as well as energy efficiency. 

The teaching in the programme mainly consists of lectures, tutorial classes, computer classes and physical experiments. But the interconnection and collaboration with industry is significant which is manifested by guest lectures, study visits as well as tasks in the project course. Most students carry out their master thesis project in the industry, but it can also be carried out at research groups at Chalmers or internationally. 

According to the programme goals you will be able to utilize the professional skills gained to:

critically evaluate results from simulations and experiments analyze and isolate errors and risks in complex engineering problems use simplified assumptions to validate results from complex models Topics covered The fundamental subjects of the programme are solid mechanics, fluid dynamics and structural dynamics. The courses handle topics such as: mathematical modelling in mechanics: simulation techniques such as the finite element method (FEM) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD); and experimental techniques in mechanics. 

A main idea of the programme is to integrate modelling (formulation of mathematical models based on fundamental laws and experimental knowledge), algorithmic formulations, implementations (in e.g. Matlab and/or Python), analyses of simulation results (from own code and/or commercial software) and experimental results. The numerical simulation tools are then often used in the courses to increase the understanding of the model itself and what it predicts for various industrial applications.​

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - General

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Applied mechanics master's programme at Chalmers

The importance of the programme is manifested by the role that simulation tools play in engineering practice as of today. The development of computers and algorithms will continue to increase the possibilities and accuracy of simulations as part of designing competitive, reliable and sustainable products. 

The master’s programme in Applied mechanics at Chalmers will train you to solve solid, structural and fluid mechanics problems in a broad spectrum of different application areas. You will gain core competences for becoming a key player for both large and small enterprises working with the mechanical design of sustainable and competitive products, while considering aspects like reliability, robustness, weight as well as energy efficiency. 

The teaching in the programme mainly consists of lectures, tutorial classes, computer classes and physical experiments. But the interconnection and collaboration with industry is significant which is manifested by guest lectures, study visits as well as tasks in the project course. Most students carry out their master thesis project in the industry, but it can also be carried out at research groups at Chalmers or internationally. 

According to the programme goals you will be able to utilize the professional skills gained to:

critically evaluate results from simulations and experiments analyze and isolate errors and risks in complex engineering problems use simplified assumptions to validate results from complex models Topics covered The fundamental subjects of the programme are solid mechanics, fluid dynamics and structural dynamics. The courses handle topics such as: mathematical modelling in mechanics: simulation techniques such as the finite element method (FEM) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD); and experimental techniques in mechanics. 

A main idea of the programme is to integrate modelling (formulation of mathematical models based on fundamental laws and experimental knowledge), algorithmic formulations, implementations (in e.g. Matlab and/or Python), analyses of simulation results (from own code and/or commercial software) and experimental results. The numerical simulation tools are then often used in the courses to increase the understanding of the model itself and what it predicts for various industrial applications.​

Admission requirements

62+
90+
6.5+
180+
  • Bachelor’s degree with a major in: Mechanical engineering, Engineering physics, Automation and mechatronics engineering, Aerospace engineering, Civil engineering, Engineering mathematics or Chemical engineering with Engineering physics
  • Prerequisites: Mathematics (at least 37.5 cr. including Linear algebra, Multivariable analysis, Numerical analysis and Mathematical statistics or Probability theory), Mechanics (including Statics and Dynamics), Strength of materials or solid Mechanics (including Stress – Strain relations, Torsion, Bending and Shear, Structural mechanics, Trusses, Beams,  Circular cylinders and discs, Buckling and instability, Theory of elasticity in 3D,  Yield criteria and stress concentrations), Fluid mechanics, Finite element method (FEM), Programming, Thermodynamics and Engineering materials
  • Preferable course experience: Automatic control or Control theory and Fatigue and Fracture mechanics​
2 Years
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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International Students

160,000 SEK
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Chalmers University of Technology offers 39 Master’s Programmes taught in English for in the areas of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Management. Over a third of the students enrolled on our Master’s Programmes are international students. Fee-paying students have numerous scholarship opportunities.

The composition and content of Chalmers’ Masters programmes is strongly linked to the needs of the industry. Prominent multinational companies are regularly consulted and included in the process of developing and improving the Master’s Programmes so as to ensure that students are job-ready upon graduation. It is consequently no surprise that Chalmers ranks high in the QS category Employer Reputation.

Chalmers’ Careers Service helps students find a job in today’s competitive market. In addition to seminars and workshops, students have access to career and job search advice. The Chalmers Careers Service works with many employers, consultants, alumni and other universities in order to help students find job opportunities.

All International Masters students have the option of taking Swedish language course for all Master’s students. The cost of the course is included in the tuition fee. 

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