Mechanical Engineering, BEng (Hons), with industry placement

Our mechanical engineering degree employs a practical, hands-on approach to build essential skills and knowledge for careers in innovation and leadership. This field addresses a wide array of challenges, from basic components like nuts and bolts to advanced systems such as Formula One aerodynamics, opening doors to diverse and dynamic professional opportunities. The program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), fulfilling part of the requirements for Chartered Engineer status, and emphasizes teamwork, project management, and real-world application through lectures, labs, and design activities.The curriculum begins with a broad first year, covering fundamentals in mechanical, electrical, electronic, and chemical engineering, plus mathematics, to prepare you for complex team-based projects. In the second year, you delve into specialized topics like materials, statics, dynamics, fluids, and thermodynamics, with options for a business development project introducing Industry 4.0 concepts. A mandatory year in industry, typically in your third year, provides valuable experience with companies ranging from multinationals to SMEs, followed by a reflective report to enhance employability.