Program Overview

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)

The Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) is a 5-year course with a professional placement, starting in September 2026. This course is designed to teach students how to use physical science, mathematics, and computing to assess engineering systems, combining this with creative innovation and a focus on design and business.

Course Structure

The course lasts 5 years, with the first two years focusing on core concepts, and the final three years allowing for specialization in specific areas of interest. The course includes a professional placement, which gives students the chance to gain practical experience in an industrial or commercial work environment.

Placement

The professional placement is a 60-credit unit that takes place in the third year. It provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, develop professional skills, and make industry contacts.

Learning and Assessment

The course uses a variety of teaching methods, including laboratory sessions, lectures, online resources, practical sessions, seminars, tutorials, and workshops. Assessment methods include coursework, practical work, presentations, projects, reports, and written examinations.

Professional Accreditations

The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council, demonstrating that it meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Recognition of Professional Qualifications

The course is recognized by professional bodies in the United Kingdom, and graduates may be eligible to work in specific professions within the UK and abroad, subject to reciprocating arrangements with professional bodies in other countries.

Entry Requirements

The course has specific entry requirements, including:

• GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 or C (or equivalent)
• GCSE grades are an important part of selection, with a good number of GCSEs at grade 7-9 or A-A* expected
• A-level Typical offer: AAA in three A-levels, including A* in Mathematics and A in Physics
• International Baccalaureate Typical offer: 7, 7, 6 at HL, including 6 in Physics and 7 in either HL Mathematics
• Other qualifications, such as BTEC, Cambridge Technical, and T-levels, are also considered

English Language Requirements

If students do not meet the English GCSE requirements, they will need a suitable English language qualification, such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the course are not yet available, but students may be eligible for a tuition fee loan, scholarships, or bursaries to help with living costs.

Application Information

The course code is T123, and the institution code is B16. The application deadline for overseas students is January 14, 2026. Students can apply through UCAS, and selection is usually based on the UCAS application.

Course Units

The course includes a range of units, such as:

• Design, Materials and Manufacturing 1
• Engineering Mathematics
• Mechatronics
• Responsible Engineering Practice
• Solid Mechanics 1
• Thermofluids 1
• Control and Mechatronics
• Design, Materials and Manufacturing 2
• Engineering Computation
• Solid Mechanics 2
• Thermofluids 2
• Professional Placement
• Group Design and Business Project
• Heat Transfer
• Structural Mechanics
• System Simulation and Control
• Penultimate Year Options
• MEng Individual Project
• Project Scoping and Research Methods
• Final Year Options

Research Areas

The course covers a range of research areas, including:

• Aerodynamics
• Engineering Management
• Vehicle Dynamics
• Whole-life Value Analysis
• Advanced Control
• Energy and the Environment
• Engineering for Climate Change Mitigation
• Finite Element Analysis
• Medical Engineering
• Robotics
• Spacecraft Engineering

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course have many skills that make them attractive to prospective employers, including problem-solving, creativity, numeracy, and teamwork. They often hold specialist and managerial roles in high-technology industries, engineering, and manufacturing, or pursue academic and research careers with further study. Some graduates have gone on to work at international companies, such as AB Dynamics, BAE Systems, BMW Mini, Crux Design, Dyson, GKN Aerospace, Jaguar Land Rover, nPower, and Rolls-Royce.