Program Overview

BEng (Hons) Product Design Engineering with Foundation Year

The BEng (Hons) Product Design Engineering with Foundation Year is a four-year course that combines creative flair and technical skill to transform ideas into physical, practical solutions. This degree has been designed in collaboration with IMecE, a leading professional industry body.

Overview

The course begins with a foundation year, providing students with the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. This foundation year allows students to embark on the qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving them the opportunity to study at degree level.

What You'll Learn

• Master the international CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) approach to solve complex mechanical engineering issues with practical results.
• Integrate core engineering principles with creative design skills through industry-related projects.
• Transform concepts into physical prototypes that demonstrate genuine commercial potential.
• Collaborate with peers to develop evaluated solutions for modern industrial challenges.
• Apply critical thinking to navigate the product lifecycle across diverse sectors like aerospace and health.

Entry Requirements

UK and International

• Total Points required: 64
• Accepted qualifications include:
  • A Levels: DDE
  • BTEC: MPP
  • Access: Pass 45 Credits
  • International Baccalaureate: TBC
• Additional requirements: Five GCSEs C/4 or above, including English, Maths, and Science.

The CCCU Approach

At Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU), learning is not confined to the degree subject. Students work with peers from other disciplines, taking modules taught by academics who are inspirational specialists in their field.

Module Information

The course includes core and optional modules. Core modules are:

Fundamentals of Applied Mathematics and Programming

Applied Science

Interdisciplinary Communication Skills

Fundamentals of Engineering

Optional modules may vary from year to year, subject to staff availability and student demand.

How You'll Learn

• Teaching: 66 hours of contact per 30-credit module, through lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions.
• Independent study: Significant time spent outside scheduled classes, engaging in active reading, watching videos, completing assignments, and preparing for assessments.
• Collaborating with peers: Group work and discussions enhance the learning experience and provide different perspectives.

How You'll Be Assessed

Assessment methods include:

• Group projects and presentations
• Peer evaluations
• Collaborative problem-solving activities
• Case studies
• Individual assignments (exams, lab reports, coursework)
• A major project dissertation in the final year

Your Future Career

As a product design engineer, you'll have access to varied career options in engineering, manufacturing, consulting, and product development. The course prepares you for a professional engineering career, with skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Fees

2026/27 Annual Tuition Fees

• UK: ｣9,790 (Foundation Year), ｣10,050 (years 1-3)
• Overseas: ｣17,000 (all years)

Related Courses

• General Engineering with Foundation Year
• Building Services Engineering with Foundation Year
• Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year

Regulated by the Office for Students

Canterbury Christ Church University is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS), the independent regulator of higher education in England.