School of Mechanical Engineering
Top 10
in the UK for Mechanical Engineering
Complete University Guide 2025
96%
“world-leading” and “internationally excellent”
Submitted research outputs – REF 2021
Top 10
in the UK for Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
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Research and innovation
We have a track record of delivering high-quality research to solve real world problems with particular expertise in: engineering systems and design; thermofluids, surfaces and interfaces; medical devices and regenerative medicine.
Engineering technicians celebrate “almost impossible” carnival design challenge
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The University of Leeds and Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) have marked…
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Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics (LIFD) has appointed two new Deputy…
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The University of Leeds will be a key partner in a national effort to shape…
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Join us on 18 September for the upcoming Inaugural Lecture of Robert Kay, Professor of Advanced Manufacturing in the School of Mechanical Engineering.
Wednesday 18 September 2024, 15:45 - 18:00
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Join us on 2 October for the upcoming Inaugural Lecture of Lisa-Dionne Morris, Professor of Public & Industry Understanding of Capability Driven Design in the School of Mechanical Engineering.
Wednesday 2 October 2024, 15:45 - 18:00
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We work with organisations of all sizes across a wide range of industries to come up with solutions to your needs.
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We offer a range of short courses, which are linked to our research and specifically designed for people in industry.
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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