Program Overview

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering BEng Honours

The Mechanical Engineering BEng Honours degree is a three-year program that equips students with the essential skills needed for a successful career in Mechanical Engineering. With strong industry links and hands-on projects, students graduate ready to tackle real-world challenges.

Course Overview

This accredited degree develops students' knowledge and skills across key areas of mechanical engineering, preparing them for success in the industry. The program reflects real-world engineering challenges, with guest lectures, placement opportunities, engineering projects, and site visits.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is a Global Top 140 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) and ranks Top 145 for Engineering and Technology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025). The university has a 65% increase in research power since 2014 (Research Excellence Framework 2021) and 42% of its research is classified as 4* world-leading research.

Modules and Learning

The program is divided into stages, with each stage lasting one academic year. Students complete modules totaling 120 credits by the end of each stage. The teaching is informed by research, and course content may change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline.

• Stage 1: Provides a broad introduction to the principles of engineering, with modules such as Engineering Mathematics I, Electrical and Magnetic Systems, and Thermofluid Mechanics.
• Stage 2: Covers key areas of engineering, including mechanical, thermo-fluid, electrical, and materials sciences. Modules include Engineering Mathematics II, Materials Science II, and Thermal Engineering.
• Stage 3: Continues to explore a wide range of mechanical engineering topics, with modules such as Computational Heat and Fluid Flow, Advanced Mechanics and Structural Optimisation, and Digital Manufacturing Processes and Systems.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, and practical classes, with industrial visits, mock interviews, professional skills development, management opportunities, and projects. Assessment methods include written exams, coursework, case studies, and presentations.

Facilities and Environment

Students have access to a wide range of industry-standard facilities and laboratories, including design-make-test labs, strengths (testing) labs, mechatronics/electronics labs, and bio-engineering labs.

Opportunities

The program offers work placement opportunities, allowing students to apply their practical skills, increase their confidence, and gain real-life work experience. Students can also participate in engineering projects, site visits, and guest lectures.

Entry Requirements

• A-Level: ABB including Mathematics or Further Mathematics
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5
• Other qualifications: Select your qualification to view specific requirements

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

• Home students: Tuition fees for academic year 2026 have not yet been confirmed
• International students: £30,700 (Year 1)
• Scholarships: Available for UK, EU, and international students

How to Apply

Apply through UCAS, using the online application system. International students can also apply through an agent.