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MEng Mechanical Engineering

Brunel University London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MEng Mechanical Engineering course at Brunel University London provides students with a comprehensive education in mechanical engineering, covering topics such as thermodynamics, mechanics of materials, and design. The program is designed to give students a solid foundation in the principles of mechanical engineering, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to solve real-world problems. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including a dedicated materials testing laboratory and a wind tunnel. The course also offers opportunities for practical experience through internships and industrial placements, providing students with valuable hands-on experience in the field.

Additional Information

The MEng Mechanical Engineering course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and meets the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared to enter a wide range of mechanical engineering careers, including design, manufacturing, and research.

Discover why Brunel University London is the perfect place to pursue your mechanical engineering dreams.

Brunel University London is a leading institution for mechanical engineering education, with a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and knowledgeable graduates. The university's location in West London provides easy access to a diverse range of industries and companies, offering students valuable opportunities for practical experience and networking. Brunel's commitment to research and innovation means that students will be taught by experts in their field and have access to the latest technologies and techniques.

Why You Should Study This Course

The Brunel Mechanical Engineering MEng gives students interested in pursuing careers in mechanical engineering an extra year of advanced study and training that will deepen their knowledge of the subject, expand their skill sets, and put them on a fast-track to becoming a chartered engineer. Youll also get training in related disciplines integral to the profession such as computing, electrical engineering, and electronics. Our mechanical engineering MEng course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). We offer two study options. You can choose four years full-time or five years full-time with a one-year professional placement that will give you the chance to apply what youve learned to a real-life working environment.

General Eligibility

  • GCE A-level AAB including grade A in Maths and grade B in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths, Critical Thinking, and General Studies not accepted).

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Further Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mechanical or Further Electronic/Electrical Principles modules AND grade B in A-level Maths (Use of Maths not accepted).

  • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) DDD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems, and grade B in A-level Maths (Use of Maths not accepted).

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (RQF) DD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, with Distinction in Further Mechanical or Further Electrical Principles (QCF), Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (RQF), and A-level Maths at grade B (Use of Maths not accepted).

  • BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (RQF) D in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with A-levels grades BB to include grade B in Maths and grade B in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics, or Design and Technology (Use of Maths, Critical Thinking, and General Studies not accepted).

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma 33 points, including 6 in Higher Level Maths and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography, or Design Technology.

  • Access to Higher Education Diploma Applicants should apply for the BEng and those who achieve the progression requirement can then transfer to the MEng at the end of Level 2.

  • T levels: Not accepted.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory

  • Engineering Mathematics and Programming

  • Engineering Practice

  • Engineering Systems and Energy

  • Engineering Mechanics and Materials I

  • Engineering Mechanics and Materials II

  • Mechanical Engineering Science

2 Year 2

Compulsory

  • Design Process for Machine Elements, Manufacturing Processes, Materials and CAD

  • Dynamics of Machines

  • MEng - Engineering Design Team Project

  • Engineering Business

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Solid Mechanics and Intro to FEA

  • Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

  • Engineering Mathematics and Programming

3 Year 3

Compulsory

  • Applied Fluid Mechanics

  • Design of Engineering Systems

  • Intro to AI Applications in Engineering

  • Mechatronics and Control Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering Structures

  • Major Individual Project

  • Sustainable Engineering Management and Practice

4 Year 4

Compulsory

  • Additive Manufacturing and Advanced CAD

  • Major Group Project

  • Strategy and Business Planning

Optional

  • Advanced Solid Body Mechanics and FEA

  • Advanced Electrical Systems and Power Electronics

  • Advanced Thermofluids

  • Application of Computational Modelling on Cardiac Vascular Disease

  • Medical Device Engineering

  • Principles of Heat Transfer

  • Robotics and Automation

  • Zero Energy Buildings

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)

Pearson: 59 (59 in all subscores)

BrunELT: 58% (min 55% in all areas)

TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)

Additional Information

This course is available: 5 years full-time with placement

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