Business activities overview
The School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering is one of the largest engineering Schools in the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU). The School brings together academics who are research experts and knowledge transfer specialists.
The University of Manchester as member of the UK Russell Group consisting 20 leading UK universities has a global reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Our teaching and technology transfer are enriched by world class research and scientific enquiry. Our doors are open for collaborative work with industry, City Councils and Government Organisations.
Our academics are organised into Research Groups that have links and provide support to
- Aerospace industry,
- Civil Structures and Buildings,
- Climate Change Stakeholders,
- Energy Sector,
- Engineering Design,
- Manufacturing Sectors
- Nuclear Industry.
- Project Management.
Manchester Urban Corridor
We are strategically located within the Manchester Urban Corridor, the backbone of the city's knowledge economy. The School’s activity is complimented by many other Schools and supported by Multidisciplinary Research Centres. If we can not help you with your enquiry there is a good chance we know someone in Manchester who could be of assistance to your organisation.
Please contact us to discuss your business development, training or consultancy needs.
Business activities
The School engages in business activities which are representative of its principal disciplines of mechanical, aerospace and civil engineering. They cover many sectors including aerospace, automotive, civil and construction, manufacturing, marine, nuclear, oil and gas and include the following key areas of activity:
- Research
- Consultancy
- One-off Testing
- Doctoral Training
- Industrial Placements
- Postgraduate Taught Programmes (PGT)
- Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Industrial Strategy Board
Our Industrial Strategy Board is drawn from the various business sectors above with representation from the companies with whom we have links. It advises on research strategy and the development of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes so that they meet the challenges posed by engineering into 21st century.
