Program Overview

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Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering - BEng (Hons)

Overview

Take your natural curiosity, combine it with your interest in Maths, Science or Technology and use your imagination to design and build the future.

Summary

Learn about the design and manufacture of machines, covering industries as diverse as automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. This degree combines technical engineering knowledge with business acumen and personal skills needed to start your career.

Award

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Faculty

Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment

School

School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems

Campus

Derry~Londonderry campus

UCAS code

HH37

Start date

September 2026

Duration

4 years

Attendance

Full-time

Modules

Year one

• Mathematics for Engineering I
• Circuit Analysis I
• Introduction to Renewable Energy
• Introduction to Statics and Dynamics
• Design and CAD I
• Manufacturing Processes

Year two

• Mathematics for Engineering II
• Professional Development
• Engineering of Control Systems and Signals
• Materials & Sustainability
• Statics and Dynamics II
• Design and CAE 2
• Manufacturing Technology

Year three

• International Academic Studies
• Placement - Magee Engineering

Year four

• Final Year Project
• Industry 4.0
• Design and CAE 3
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Mechanical Science

Standard entry conditions

• A level: Grades BBC, including one subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Design and Technology, Double Award Life and Health Sciences, Double Award Science/Applied Science, Engineering or Electronics, Environmental Technology
• Applied General Qualifications: RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile of DMM
• Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level
• Scottish Highers: Grades BBCCC, including a minimum of BB in Mathematics and a science subject
• Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades CCD, including Mathematics and a science subject
• International Baccalaureate: Minimum 25 points (12 at Higher Level to include Grade 5 HL Mathematics and another HL Science subject)
• Access to Higher Education (HE): Overall profile of 63% (120 credit Engineering/Science/Technology Access Course)
• GCSE: Pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language

English Language Requirements

• Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5
• Trinity ISE: Pass at level III

Additional Entry Requirements

• HNC: Pass HNC with overall Distinction and Distinction in 75 level 4 credits in an Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering subject
• HND: Pass HND in an Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering subject
• Ulster Foundation Degree: Pass Foundation Degree in a relevant subject area with an overall mark of 50% and minimum 50% in all taught level 5 modules and 50% in the Level 4 Mathematics module

Careers & opportunities

• Graduate employers: Engineering Designers, Forensic Engineers, Manufacturing employers
• Job roles: Mechanical Design, Manufacturing engineer, Materials Engineer, Energy Engineer, Junior Cad Technician
• Career options: Job prospects in a wide range of engineering industries are excellent with the majority of graduates finding employment within six months of graduation
• Work placement/study abroad: In Year 3, the student will undertake a period of paid placement in an industrial or academic setting

Professional Recognition

• 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 partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer

Fees and funding

• 2026/27 Fees: Undergraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2026/27 fees will be announced in due course
• Scholarships, awards and prizes: Students on this program are eligible for the main engineering prizes within the school of computing, engineering, and intelligent systems

Sustainability at Ulster

• Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance
• We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships: Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Terms and Conditions

• The University prepares our prospectus and online information about our courses with care and every effort is made to ensure that the information is accurate
• The University will always try to deliver the course as described in the durable PDF you receive with your offer letter
• If, after due consideration, you decide that you no longer want to study your course or to study at the University because of the changes, you may withdraw your application or terminate your contract with the University