BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year

University of WolverhamptonWolverhampton, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,950 / Per year

Start Date

Sep 15, 2027

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On campus

Duration

4 years

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Program Details

Degree
Foundation
Major
Industrial Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Mechanics
Area of study
Engineering
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English

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Sep 15, 2027

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BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year

Overview

The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year course provides a comprehensive engineering education covering design, engineering mathematics and its application, the core concepts of mechanics, thermodynamics, structural dynamics, materials and the behaviour of fluids.


Award

  • BEng (Hons)

Start date(s)

  • 15 September 2025

UCAS Code

  • H302

Course specifications

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Course length

  • Full-time (4 years)

Campus location

  • University of Wolverhampton Campus

School

  • School of Engineering

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Why choose this course?

  • The programme, which is professionally accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), combines a strong base in theoretical background (mechanics, materials, fluid, thermal, systems and control) along with project based laboratory, design, build and simulation experiences, which is undertaken in our state-of-the-art live project space.

What happens on the course?

  • Your journey begins with a foundation year at our City campus, focusing on essential skills and knowledge in communication, mathematics, computing, and engineering principles.
  • All of our degrees have a common first year, allowing you to experience a range of subjects before deciding on the course you wish to follow.
  • In the second year, you will extend your knowledge of engineering technologies and management, create design specifications, and become proficient in the use of a 3D CAD package.
  • In your final year, you will complete an individual project, further develop your integrative approach to designing electro-mechanical systems, develop global management skills, and learn how to convert an idea into a commercial venture.

Potential Career Paths

  • Junior Mechanical Engineer
  • CAD Technician
  • Maintenance Engineer
  • Production Engineer
  • Test Engineer
  • Energy Engineer
  • Materials Technician

Additional Information

  • Everything you need to know about this course!

Why Wolverhampton?

  • Responding to the regional and national shortage of graduate qualified engineers, the University of Wolverhampton is currently investing over £10m in new Engineering facilities at its City Campus in Wolverhampton.

What our students say

  • “I have worked in the Aerospace industry as a Structural Designer for the last 20 years. As an apprentice I attained an HNC in Metals Technology.
  • When I decided to move back into Higher Education it was not without some trepidation. I found the lecturers to be extremely helpful and their technical knowledge was extremely sound.
  • My interaction with the lecturers outside of the classroom has been very positive and has helped me to maintain my motivation.
  • I feel that every single module I have studied has enhanced my level of knowledge as an Engineer and will enhance my employability in the future.
  • The facilities provided by the University are fantastic and I have never found them lacking.
  • I feel very proud and privileged to be a student at the University of Wolverhampton and I would encourage anyone who is interested in Engineering to give serious consideration to the University of Wolverhampton.”

Who accredits this course?

  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

Funding

  • Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status)
  • Self-funding
  • Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees
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