Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year (Year 3) MEng

Overview

The MEng Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Nottingham is a four-year course that equips students with the skills and knowledge to make a difference in industries ranging from aerospace and renewable energy to medicine and Formula 1. With outstanding graduate outcomes, competitive salaries, and diverse career opportunities, this degree prepares students to stand out.

Course Details

• Qualification: MEng Hons
• Entry Requirements: A*AA
• UCAS Code: H30V
• Duration: 4 years full-time
• Start Date: September 2026
• Fees: £9,535*

Course Information

The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of demonstrating in full, the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Entry Requirements

• A-Level: A*AA
• IB Score: 36 Points overall or 766 in 3 Higher Level Certificates
• GCSE English: Grade 4 (C)
• Excluded Subjects: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, CIE Global Perspectives and Research, CIE Thinking Skills

Additional Entry Requirements

• All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications.
• Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer.

Alternative Qualifications

• We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.
• Consequently, we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis.

BTEC Nationals

• Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
  • BTEC National Extended Certificate and A Levels – D with A*A in A Level Maths, and Physics or Further Maths
  • BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and A Levels – D combined with A*A in A Level Maths, and Physics or Further Maths

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

• If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
• If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

Mature Students

• At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population.

Visa Restrictions

• International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK.

Year Abroad

• On this course, you can apply to study abroad in your third year at one of our partner institutions or at University of Nottingham Malaysia.
• If you are successful in applying to study abroad, you will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your CV by experiencing another culture.

Placements

• In addition to your study abroad year you can seek summer industrial placements in the other years of the course.

Important Information

• Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control.

Fees

• £30,750 per year
• £9,535* (for full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement, see our fees page)

Additional Costs

• All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
• We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships.
• These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help.

Course Overview

• As an MEng Mechanical Engineering student, you'll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities – including robotics labs, immersive VR teaching suite and 3D printing techniques – and apply your knowledge through individual and group projects.

Why Choose This Course?

• Top 15 in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (The Times and Complete University Guide 2024)
• Globally ranked among the top 100 universities for Engineering & Technology (QS World University Rankings 2024)
• First UK engineering department to achieve the Athena SWAN Gold Award for gender equality
• 7th in the UK for Research Power (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
• Accredited by leading professional bodies including IMechE and IED
• Exceptional career prospects with competitive graduate earnings (Discover Uni)
• Practical learning through innovative modules and real-world projects
• Flexibility to specialise in areas like aerospace, automotive, sustainability and more in your final year
• Opportunities to engage in impactful research in sustainable energy and advanced materials

Indicative Modules

• Year One:
  • Engineering Practice and Project
  • Materials and Manufacturing
  • Mathematics and Programming
  • Professional Practice
  • Statics and Dynamics
  • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1
• Year Two:
  • Computation and Simulation
  • Design, Manufacture and Project
  • Dynamics and Vibration
  • Electromechanical Systems
  • Materials, Manufacturing and Sustainability
  • Mechanics of Solids
  • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 2
• Year Three:
  • Year Abroad
  • Major Individual Project
• Year Four:
  • Engineering Team Challenge
  • Future Technologies Review
  • Advanced Powertrain Engineering
  • Aerodynamics
  • Automotive Vehicle Dynamics
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Digital Manufacturing
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Turbulence and Turbulent Flows
  • Manufacturing and Engineering with Polymers
  • Technologies for the Hydrogen Economy

Teaching and Learning

• Teaching Methods:
  • Group Study
  • Independent Study
  • Lab Sessions
  • Lectures
  • Practical Classes
  • Supervision
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops
• Assessment Methods:
  • Coursework
  • Dissertation
  • Examinations
  • Group Coursework
  • Presentation
  • Research Project
  • Laboratory Assessment

Careers

• Careers Overview:
  • You will gain a broad knowledge of engineering science and engineering design - the essential skills to work in industry as a mechanical engineer.
  • You will have developed skills in problem solving through group and individual project work and have an appreciation of the business environment in which engineers work.
• Job Prospects:
  • 90.4% of undergraduates from the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
  • The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £29,032.