M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering

M.Sc. Mechanical engineering program was launched in 2015 and has been running successfully and has a network of proud alumni serving in various industries and organizations both in Pakistan and abroad. The program offered by mechanical engineering department of UCP is tailored to keep young mechanical engineer abreast with latest developments in the field of mechanical engineering.

A mechanical engineer in today’s industrial world is now require expertise in multiple fields to fully understand and solve complex engineering problems. The advances especially in electronics and computational engineering have made it possible to simulate complex engineering problems and require expertise in more than on specialties of mechanical engineering.

Our program prepares the young mechanical engineers for these emerging demands and trends in the national and international market. The students will be taught and guided by foreign qualified PhD faculty in their respective area of specialization and research. The student will be exposed to advanced knowledge of specialized fields of mechanical engineering. The student will also acquire a taste of research and development and current technological trends in mechanical engineering which will help and guide them to pursue a doctoral degree.

The MS Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Central Punjab is designed to meet these evolving demands by offering advanced knowledge across multiple specializations, including:

• Mechanical Design
• Thermal and Fluid Sciences
• Mechatronics and Control Systems
• Aerodynamics and Applied Mechanics

This interdisciplinary approach prepares students for doctoral studies, academic research, and technical leadership roles in both public and private sectors. The program equips graduates with the necessary skills and tools to solve complex, real-world engineering problems using modern analytical and computational techniques.

Program Name: M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering

Per Credit Hour Fee: 14,300

Admission Fee: 25,000

Disclaimer

The above-mentioned fee structure is for illustration purpose only. UCP reserves the rights to make changes in the Fee Structure whenever deemed necessary or appropriate.

The program consists of 30 Credit Hours. Three options are available to complete the program. However, students are encouraged to opt for Option #2 and complete their degree with 06 Credit hours of research work.

• Option # 1: 30 Credit Hours course work (10 Courses).
• Option # 2: Minimum 24 Credit Hours course (8 Courses) + 6 Credit Hours thesis.
• Option # 3: Minimum 27 Credit Hours course (9 Courses) + 3 Credit Hours research project.

The minimum and maximum period for completion of M.S. is two 02 years and 05 years respectively. The student will have to complete 08 courses (24 credit hours) in three semester and will have to register in thesis in third semester and complete his/her research work by the end of fourth semester, to complete the degree in 02 years.” The minimum duration for the research work is one year. The research work should be undertaken after passing 06 courses and should be completed in consecutive 02 semester. Any extension in the duration of research work will be granted by competent authority on the request send through proper channel. The topic of the research work must be in line with the course plan and must be approved from the graduation committee.

All the core courses are compulsory while students can choose any elective courses, from the list of offered courses, in consultation with M.S. program coordinator and in line with their specialization/research interests.

Students can also study advance courses from other departments and faculties of the University of Central Punjab. A student can study a maximum of two interdisciplinary courses of master level programs. In this regard, a written application endorsed by program coordinator should be submitted to HoD before the start of the semester. A student can register in a maximum of three courses during any semester.

M.Sc. Student becomes eligible for M.Sc. (Thesis) after completion of six courses provided his / her CGPA is 3.0 or more. Thesis carries a weightage of six credit hours. After registration student is supposed to complete the thesis within a span of two semesters (Semester in which he / she is registered and the following semester). In case the student fails to complete the work he / she will have to re-register and pay the fee again. Student opting for thesis is required to select the topic of research in consultation with a supervisor who will be from the concerned department of the Faculty of Engineering of UCP.

Roadmap for MS Mechanical Engineering is displayed below,

Semesters I

Semester-II

Semester-III

Semester-IV

Graduates of the MS Mechanical Engineering program are prepared for advanced roles across a broad spectrum of engineering domains and high-impact research areas. The program enhances analytical, design, and research capabilities, enabling graduates to contribute effectively in both industry and academia at national and international levels.

Key career pathways include:

• Advanced Mechanical Design & Simulation
• Thermal Systems & Energy Engineering
• HVAC & Building Services Design
• Automotive & Aerospace Engineering
• Robotics & Automation
• Manufacturing Innovation & Smart Systems
• Materials Engineering & Failure Analysis
• Applied Research & Product Development
• Technical Project Management & Engineering Consultancy

Our MS graduates are making significant contributions across Pakistan’s engineering and industrial sectors, including roles in:

• Pakistan Railways
• WAPDA
• LESCO
• WASA
• Millat Tractors Ltd.
• Packages Group
• Atlas Honda
• Descon Engineering
• PEL (Pak Elektron Ltd.)
• Nishat Mills Ltd.

Many alumni have also advanced into PhD programs, academic roles, and international R&D organizations, further extending the impact and recognition of the program.

For the award of MS Mechanical Engineering, a student should complete 30 CHs of course work or 24CHs of Course Work + 06 CHs of thesis / 27 CHs of Course Work + 03 CHs of project) with a minimum CGPA of 2.5.