Course Overview

A mechanical engineer applies fundamental engineering principles such as mechanics, materials, computer-aided design and thermo-fluids to analyse and design objects and systems with motion.

Our Mechanical Engineering, BEng degree provides a rounded education to graduates. This ensures you’re prepared to work in a range of industrial sectors.

You’ll also develop skills in user needs and business plan development. There’s an optional placement route to spend a year in industry between Year 2 and Year 3.

The course is informed by our Advanced Digital Manufacturing Technology (ADMT) research centre and the Jost Institute of Tribotechnology.

General Eligibility

• UCAS: 104 points at A2 including grade C in A Level Maths and Physics or STEM

• BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering including Merit in Maths units

• BTEC Diploma: D*D including Maths units

• Pass Access Course: 104 points

• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 104 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 5 Maths and Physics

• T Level: M including Maths and Physics

• IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

• GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5