Program Overview

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Mechanical Engineering BEng

The Mechanical Engineering BEng program at University College London (UCL) is a comprehensive three-year bachelor's degree that provides students with the practical, mathematical, and computational skills and theories needed to engineer innovative solutions to complex problems. The program is designed to help students manage resources sustainably and reduce environmental impacts.

Program Overview

The program is based at UCL's Bloomsbury campus and is taught by globally recognized academics and researchers. Students will have the opportunity to draw upon the expertise and innovation of the faculty and find ways to make a tangible difference to people's lives.

Study Mode and Duration

The program is offered on a full-time basis and lasts for three academic years.

Tuition Fees

• UK students: ｣9,790 (2026/27)
• International students: ｣42,700 (2026/27)

Program Starts and Application Deadline

The program starts in September 2026, and the application deadline is January 14, 2026.

UCAS Course Code

The UCAS course code for the Mechanical Engineering BEng program is H300.

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: A*AA
• Subjects: Mathematics and Physics required, with A* in one of the required subjects. Design and Technology, Engineering, Economics, Geography, Chemistry, and Biology are preferred as third subjects, but not essential.
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

IB Diploma

• Points: 39
• Subjects: A total of 19 points in three higher-level subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, with no higher-level score below 5. Higher Level 7, 6 required in Mathematics and Physics in any order.
• The program will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. Economics is preferred as a third higher-level subject, but not essential.

Contextual Offer

• Grades: A*AB
• Subjects: Mathematics and Physics required, with A* in one of the required subjects. Design and Technology, Engineering, Economics, Geography, Chemistry, and Biology are preferred as third subjects, but not essential.
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.
• Points: 38
• Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher-level subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, with no higher-level score below 5. Higher Level 7 required in Mathematics or Physics.

UK Applicants Qualifications

The program accepts various UK qualifications, including:

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) D, D, D* to include Distinction in Maths for Technicians and Distinction in Further Maths for Technicians.
• BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF - teaching from 2016) with D, D, D* to include Distinction in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
• D2, D3, D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, including Mathematics and Physics.
• A1, A, A at Advanced Highers (or A1, A at Advanced Higher and AAA at Higher), including Mathematics and Physics at Advanced Higher.

Course Overview

The program provides students with a deep understanding of how things work at the most fundamental level. Students will develop practical, mathematical, and computational skills in areas like thermodynamics, mechanics, manufacturing, and design.

What This Course Will Give You

The program will give students:

• Sought-after practical, mathematical, and computational skills in mechanical engineering.
• Access to industry-standard lab facilities for nanoengineering, materials testing, and characterization.
• The opportunity to design and develop their own mechanical engineering prototypes at MechSpace.
• The chance to pursue individual projects and put learning into practice through real-world engineering challenges and cross-faculty team projects.

Teaching and Learning

The program is taught through a varied range of teaching methods, including lectures, example sessions, computer workshops, and project work. Students will have access to extensive computing facilities, software, and other resources.

Modules

The program consists of compulsory and optional modules, including:

Compulsory Modules

• Engineering Design Project
• Engineering Design and Professional Skills
• Introduction to Engineering Mathematics and Science
• Engineering Challenges
• Design and Professional Skills I (Mechanical Engineering)
• Mathematical Modelling and Analysis 1
• Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Practical Skills 1
• Introduction to Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
• Engineering Dynamics
• Fundamentals of Materials 1

Compulsory Modules (Year 2)

• Mathematical Modelling and Analysis II
• Manufacturing and Design
• Control and Instrumentation
• Intermediate Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
• Mechanics of Solids and Structures
• Engineering Materials: Failures and Design
• Design and Professional Skills II

Compulsory Modules (Year 3)

• Dynamics and Control
• Advanced Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
• Elasticity and Plasticity
• Undergraduate Individual Project
• Project Management

Assessment

Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, individual and group coursework, presentations, design scenarios, and practical lab work. In the third year, students will undertake an individual project, which will include a written dissertation and an in-person presentation.

Fees and Funding

Fees for This Course

• UK students: ｣9,790 (2026/27)
• International students: ｣42,700 (2026/27)

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or certain scholarships.

Employability

The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), and graduates will possess strong practical and analytical skills in mathematics, engineering, and design. The program will also provide students with transferable professional skills to help them get workplace-ready for the best possible start to their engineering career.

Accreditation

The degree is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), and the accredited BEng (Hons) will meet (in part) the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer. For full accreditation, students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of The UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence and Commitment (UK-SPEC).