Program Overview
One simple study plan. Combine your preparation year with BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering International in a single program. You’ll continue directly to Year 2 of your degree at Newcastle University after successful completion of the first year.
If you do not meet the minimum entry requirements for this programme, you should apply for an International Year One in Engineering, which also offers progression to undergraduate degrees.
Course features
Opportunity to apply for one visa for the full duration of your study plan.
During Year 1 of the study plan:
develop academic knowledge and study skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway
study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree
learn how to excel in an academic environment, developing effective strategies for UK university study.
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Program Outline
(Year 1 of study plan)
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Maximum class size (for English language teaching):
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18
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Course Delivery Method
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On-Campus
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Which degrees are available?
Mechanical Engineering-BEng (Hons)
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
Core Modules:
Develop your skills and confidence in academic English. A major focus will be on improving your writing and speaking skills for social and academic situations. This will be achieved through seminar discussions, oral presentations, tutorials, group work discussions and informal conversations. Through tasks, you'll cover four key skills areas:
reading
writing
listening
speaking
By the end of the module, you’ll be able to plan, draft and submit a variety of written assignments specific to engineering, such as written lab reports, essays and software documentation.
""">English for Academic Purposes
This module teaches the mathematical methods needed to analyze and solve engineering problems, including:
functions, differentiation and integration
exponential, logarithmic and hyperbolic functions
trigonometric functions and inverse functions
matrix and vector algebra
""">Engineering Mathematics
An introduction to the concept and process of and approaches to design. You’ll learn to sketch and annotate design concepts using drafting software applications such as AUTOCAD, while MATLAB programming activities will develop your skills in this area. Through an investigation of ethical issues, you’ll learn to identify and deal with the ethical responsibilities of engineers.
""">Sustainable Design, Creativity and Professionalism
Gain an understanding of electromagnetic fields and forces, and simple electrical machines and transformers, along with the fundamental rules of AC and DC circuits. You’ll learn to:
use appropriate units and express numerical values of physical quantities in electromagnetism and electrical circuits
sketch field line diagrams for cases including point charges, capacitors and straight wires
apply governing laws to the operation of circuits
use relevant laboratory equipment to perform accurate experimental measurements
""">Electrical and Magnetic Systems
This module covers the basic concepts associated with analogue electronics such as semiconductors, followed by an introduction to digital electronics. You’ll learn to design simple analogue and digital circuits as well as diagnose and locate design faults in an electronic circuit.
""">Electronics and Sensors
An introduction to the basic concepts and definitions of energy, heat and work. This module will provide you with the core knowledge and skills to understand and analyze engineering thermofluid systems. Topics include:
First Law of Thermodynamics
Carnot cycle, cycle efficiency and air standard cycles
Newtonican Fluid and non-Newtonian fluid properties
conservation of mass and energy
""">Thermofluid Mechanics
This module provides the essential facts, theories and principles of engineering material science. You’ll be introduced to the fundamental properties and behavior of engineering materials, undertaking laboratory experiments to test and identify the strength and suitability of these materials.
""">Engineering Materials
This module provides basic knowledge and analytical skills to help you solve linear mechanics problems, understand core mechanics concepts and develop the ability to describe and predict the motions of bodies. The module is structured around four core areas:
statics
dynamics
mechanics of machines
strength of materials
""">Mechanics
How will I be assessed?
During your programme you'll be assessed in a number of ways to make sure you're fully prepared to start your undergraduate degree. Along with exams at the end of each semester, these will include:
written assignments
report writing
practical exercises
group and individual research projects
presentations
Regular feedback from your teachers will help you gain the skills and knowledge to meet the requirements for entry to your chosen a degree.
Although each degree has different grade requirements, entry to Newcastle University is competitive – so make sure you maintain high standards throughout your programme.
