Engineering (Mechanical), MEng (Hons)

This engineering degree equips students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to excel and lead in the field. The first two years focus on General Engineering, building a broad foundation for multidisciplinary problem-solving and offering flexibility to switch pathways, such as from civil to mechanical engineering, based on career aspirations.From the third year, students specialize in areas like Civil, Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering, complemented by Engineering Design and practical training. The final year allows further focus on Aeronautical Engineering, Renewable Energies, or Bioengineering, culminating in a research dissertation with a leading academic. Year one includes core modules in solid mechanics, electronics, thermodynamics, engineering practice, and mathematics, plus options like programming. Assessments primarily involve exams with coursework components, shifting to dissertation-based evaluation in the final year.

Year 1 You will study four modules in engineering, one in mathematics and one optional module. In your engineering modules, you will examine 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and implement engineering algorithms into computer code. You will also take part in a group design activity where you have to design, build and test a device to solve a specific engineering challenge. Recent examples include miniature hydroelectric generators and chain-climbing robots. Core modules: Solid Mechanics and Structures 1 gives you a working knowledge of solid mechanics, structures and structural analysis, in a wider engineering context. Electronic and Electrical Systems 1 provides you with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuit theory, components, electromagnetism and hardware interfacing. Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1 offers a knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics including dimensional analysis, fluid statics and fluid dynamics. Engineering Practice 1 provides you with practical engineering skills relevant to multiple engineering disciplines. It shows how the material covered in other engineering modules fits together in the wider engineering context, and will also introduce you to engineering ethics and professional issues. Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists gives you all the maths skills and techniques needed for studying Engineering and other sciences. In recent years, optional modules have included: Introduction to Programming Computational Thinking