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15 Best Engineering Master's Universities in the United Kingdom 2026

4 universities offer Engineering Master’s Degrees in the United Kingdom for 2026. This ranking is for international applicants comparing postgraduate study options.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

15 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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CA University of Cambridge logo

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 81 QS World #5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 29,000 – GBP 39,000/yr
Founded
1209
2
MA University of Manchester logo

University of Manchester

Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 75 QS World #34 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 23,000 – GBP 31,000/yr
Founded
1824
3
UP University of Portsmouth logo

University of Portsmouth

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
AU Aston University logo

Aston University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
UB University of Brighton logo

University of Brighton

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
8
IU ifs University College logo

ifs University College

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
KU Keele University logo

Keele University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
10
UL University of Leicester logo

University of Leicester

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
UL University of Liverpool logo

University of Liverpool

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
UP University of Plymouth logo

University of Plymouth

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Engineering?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Cambridge, University of Manchester, University of Portsmouth. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Engineering cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Engineering abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Engineering at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Engineering at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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An Engineering Master’s Degree is a postgraduate qualification for applicants who already have a first degree and want advanced study in engineering. It suits students aiming for specialist technical roles, further academic study, or a change of direction within the field.

All four institutions are public universities, so the main decision comes down to the programme rather than the ownership type. Two are in city locations and two are in town settings, and the available fees are only published for some programmes, so cost comparison will need careful checking.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, tuition fee, entry requirements, and application deadline with each university. You should also confirm the campus location, because the institutions differ in setting, and check whether the programme is available in the year you plan to start.