Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering combines training in mathematics, physics, and engineering with hands-on design, preparing students to solve real-world problems across diverse technological and societal domains.
What You'll Study
The Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University provides a rigorous mathematical, scientific, and engineering education, preparing our students to analyze and design a wide range of mechanical systems. Students study topics in math, physics, materials, structures, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, dynamical systems, control, and design methods. They use these tools to develop analytical and computational models of real-world systems, conduct experiments and interpret their findings, and design new systems to meet engineering specifications.
Students with Bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering go on to rewarding careers as engineers in industry or pursue further study as graduate students. Our recent graduates are making important contributions in advanced manufacturing, aviation, biomechanics, data science, defense, energy systems, healthcare, medical devices, renewable energy, robotics, transportation systems, sustainable agriculture, and related fields. Whatever field they choose, Mechanical Engineers from Stanford have the intellectual foundation to develop technologies that address societal needs and make life better for people.
Degrees Offered
- BS
- Minor
- Coterm
More Information
Learn more about Mechanical Engineering in the Stanford Bulletin
Exploratory Courses
ME 1
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering