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

There is no product that exists in the world that has not been engineered – from the smallest computer chips using nanotechnology to the biggest structures, such as bridges and the world’s tallest buildings. All engineering comes down to one thing and that is the need to solve a problem – how can I make it better? How can I make it more useful? Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering concentrates on the design and manufacture of machines, from the smallest parts to large systems, covering industries as diverse as automotive, aerospace and medical. So if you have ever wondered how you can make an F1 racing car go faster or how we can design and build the next generation of space exploration, then mechanical and manufacturing engineering is for you.

About this course

This is the part time version of the BEng Hons Mechanical and Manufacturing course. Graduates from the programme are equipped to enter a variety of mechanical engineering areas, such as; design and consultancy, materials technology, process engineering and maintenance and particularly manufacturing and project management. The course places an emphasis on individual and team projects providing the opportunity for hands-on involvement and an understanding of engineering materials, processes, devices and systems. Analytical and communication skills are developed with an emphasis on computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacture (CAM). The skills and knowledge acquired are applied to a wide range of real-life engineering problems.

Attendance

Attendance is part-time, day-time and typically requires one full day or two half days per week for 12 teaching weeks each semester. The attendance requirements may vary from semester to semester.

Start dates

• September 2026

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Formal lectures are supplemented by tutorials and laboratory investigations, as appropriate. Practical hands on laboratory sessions are an integral part of many modules throughout all years of the course. Case studies, groupwork and mini-projects are also extensively used. In the final year there is a major individual project.

Generally, a combination of continuous assessment and examination is employed in each module. Continuous assessment includes class tests, library and laboratory based assignments, and individual and group project work. Some modules across all years of the course are continuously assessed.

Modules

Year one

• Mathematics for Engineering I
• Design and CAD I

Year two

• Mathematics for Engineering II
• Professional Development
• Introduction to Renewable Energy
• Manufacturing Processes
• Materials & Sustainability
• Statics and Dynamics II
• Manufacturing Technology

Year three

• Circuit Analysis I
• Industry 4.0
• Introduction to Statics and Dynamics
• Design and CAE 2
• Mechanical Science
• Engineering of Control Systems and Signals (optional)

Year four

• Final Year Project
• Design and CAE 3
• Computer Aided Engineering

Standard entry conditions

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements.

• A level: You will normally be in full-time employment in an engineering capacity regarded as satisfying the industrial training requirements of the equivalent full-time courses. You should have attained a high level of performance in a Higher National Diploma/Higher National Certificate in an appropriate engineering subject, or a Bachelor of Technology degree, or hold an equivalent qualification e.g. Foundation Degree.
• GCSE: GCSE (or equivalent) profile to include minimum of Grade C or above in Mathematics and English Language.
• English Language Requirements: The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

Careers & opportunities

• Graduate employers: Graduates from this course are now working for: Engineering Designers, Manufacturing employers, Forensic Engineers
• Job roles: With this degree you could become: Mechanical Design, Energy Engineer, Materials Engineer, Manufacturing engineer
• 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. Graduates with BEng Hons, first class or upper second class award all satisfy the requirements for a wide range of postgraduate research posts and scholarships.

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, namely, the Terex year 1 Engineer of the year, Nuprint Technologies year 2 engineer of the year, and the Seagate Technology Graduate engineer of the year award.