Program Overview

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Introduction to BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree at Robert Gordon University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to design, construct, and operate machines, structures, and industrial plant across a wide range of industries. This course will enable students to produce safer, durable, affordable, and more efficient machines and systems to benefit society.

Course Overview

• The course is available for undergraduate students.
• The mode of study is on-campus, and the mode of attendance is full-time.
• The start date is September, and the course length is four years.
• Students can also start in January through the International College.

What You Will Study

The course is divided into four years, with each year building on the previous one.

Year 1

Students will develop basic knowledge and understanding of fundamental principles in mathematics, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering, as well as practical, organizational, study, and IT skills.

Year 2

Students will increase their level of knowledge, understanding, and problem-solving skills developed in year one. They will enhance their ability to interpret and critically evaluate technical data and information and their relationship to wider society.

Year 3

Students will further develop their analytical skills and competence. They will also learn about and implement project management skills through studying key principles and undertaking group project work.

Year 4

Students will engage in an individual research or industrial project to integrate technical, project management, and transferable skills. They will increase their depth of knowledge and understanding by studying further specialist modules.

Student Stories

Graduates of the BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course have gone on to pursue successful careers in various fields, including senior technical engineer, design engineer, commissioning engineer, project engineer, contracts manager, and principal mechanical engineer.

Sustainability Commitment

The course is committed to the United Nations' Sustainability Goals 4, 7, 9, and 11. Students will gain knowledge on design for sustainability by integrating renewable energy systems, efficient use of materials, and waste reduction strategies in engineering design.

Events

The university hosts on-campus and virtual events to help students find out more about the course, student experience, and future career paths.

Course and Module Information

Modules and delivery order may change for operational purposes. The university regularly reviews its courses, and course content and structure may change over time.

Activity Summary

Students will study four modules each term, each varying in contact type. Typically, students will have four hours per module per week in a mixture of lectures, tutorials, laboratories, workshops, and computer laboratories.

Staff Delivering the Course

Academic staff are experienced engineers, many with chartered status and industry links, who have achieved or are working towards Higher Education Academy Fellowship.

Assessment

Typically, students are assessed each term through written exams, coursework, and project work.

Feedback

The university aims to provide students with feedback within 20 working days of submission of coursework.

Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia, and other specific learning differences.

Online Learning and Support

All undergraduate and postgraduate students can access the university's collaborative virtual learning environment, Moodle, which provides 24/7 online access to learning material and resources.

Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in academic writing, study skills, maths and statistics, and information technology support.

Library Support

The Library offers support for the course, including books, eBooks, and journals, as well as online reading lists, workshops, and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing.

Placements

Although placements are not currently embedded in the BEng course, students can gain practical experience through other means, such as internships or volunteer work.

Job Prospects

Graduates of the BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course are highly sought after and have gone on to pursue successful careers in various fields.

RGUflex

The university offers a flexible learning pathway, RGUflex, which allows students to collect academic credit flexibly and claim an award from the university.

Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirements for the course are:

• SQA Higher: BBCC to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Technological Studies.
• GCE A Level: CCC to include Mathematics and one from Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology, Electronics, or Engineering.
• Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H3H3H3H3 to include Maths and either Physics or Technological Studies.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the course vary depending on the student's location and mode of study. Scottish students can apply for funding through SAAS, while students from other parts of the UK should visit the relevant website for information on funding.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Facilities

The university has a range of facilities to support the course, including a wind tunnel, nanocomposite manufacturing facility, and engineering applications labs.

Apply

Students can apply for the course through UCAS or the International College at Robert Gordon University.