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Mechanical Engineering BEng

Aston University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

The Mechanical Engineering BEng programme at Aston University provides students with a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of mechanical engineering. The course covers a wide range of topics, including thermodynamics, mechanics of materials, fluid mechanics, and control systems, among others. Students will also have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as energy, manufacturing, or mechatronics. The programme is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing technological landscape, and our graduates are highly sought after by employers.

Additional Information

The Mechanical Engineering BEng programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and meets the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including wind tunnels, 3D printing equipment, and computer aided design software. The university also has strong industry links, with many opportunities for work placements and internships.

Aston University: The Perfect Launchpad for Your Engineering Career

Aston University is a top-tier institution with a strong reputation for producing well-rounded engineers. The university's location in the Midlands provides easy access to major transportation hubs and industry hotspots, making it an ideal base for students looking to kickstart their engineering careers. Our faculty of engineering and applied science is highly regarded for its research excellence, with many staff members recognized as leaders in their fields.

Why You Should Study This Course

Mechanical engineers are innovators, building machines, structures and devices of all sizes and for all uses. Study Mechanical Engineering at Aston and well equip you with the tools you need to bring your ideas to life, helping to solve the worlds problems for generations to come. Our Mechanical Engineering degree course offers highly relevant modules in sought-after engineering and scientific subjects.€¯It is driven by the demands of the industry to produce graduates with extremely strong engineering and scientific skills. We also support you to develop strong project management and teamwork skills, as well as commercial awareness. Our degree courses are either three years full-time or four years if you choose to take a year in the industry, which will build your professional experience and employability skills.

General Eligibility

BBC BCC (with an EPQ or Core Maths at Grade B) CCC (contextual offers and for DTUS applicants) All to include Maths and a physical science or technology subject (e.g. Physics, Further Maths, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Biology or Electronics). IB- 29 overall points with 5, 5, 4 in Higher Level subjects, including Maths and Physics at Higher Level grade 5.

What You'll Study

1 Final Year

Thermal Fluid Science 2 Advanced Dynamics and Control Advanced Solid Mechanics and FEA Engineering Design & the Environment Individual Major Project Professional Engineering Practice Advanced Systems Design (Option) Advanced Manufacturing and Materials (Option)

2 Year 1

• Introduction to Engineering and Design • Prototyping and Development • Electronic Engineering Fundamentals • Engineering Science 1 • Materials and Manufacturing 1 • Mathematical Modelling for Engineers

3 Year 2

Advanced Mathematical Modelling Materials and Manufacturing 2 Engineering Science 2 Thermal Fluid Science 1 Design and Engineering for the User Engineering for Industry

4 Year 3

• EPS Study Placement Year • EPS Industrial Placement Year • EPS Study/Work Placement Year

Language Requirement

IELTS5.5
TOEFL59
PTE50
Duolingo69

IELTS Overall 6.0, Reading, Writing Listening, Speaking 5.5 Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

Programme Information

Course CategoryEngineering

Course LevelUndergraduate

Awarding BodyAston University

Campus NameAston University, Birmingham

DurationFull-time, 3 or 4 years

Available IntakeSeptember

IELTS Score5.5

Tuition FeesHome: £9,250, EU/International: £19,800

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