BEng Mechanical Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, a mechanical engineering degree centred on the principles of design, systems, and sustainable technology. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, Engineering Design, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Design & Creative Practice. Students can complete this undergraduate course in three years, or extend it to four years by opting for a foundation year or a professional placement. The first year covers core foundations through Maths for Engineering, Introduction to Computer Aided Engineering, Introduction to Engineering, Fundamental Engineering Science, Conceptual Design Project, and Into ARU. The second year progresses with Solid Mechanics and Dynamics, Ruskin Module, Design, Implementation & Operation Project, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, and Net-Zero Innovation and Technology. The final year involves advanced study and practical application through Advanced Engineering and Simulation, Net-Zero Challenge Project, Robotics and System Automation, and Major Project for Engineers.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths at grade B, or grade 5. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
What students say
Based on about 25 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 73%
- Organisation and management: 53%
- Learning resources: 62%
- Student voice: 60%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 9%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 60%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 66%
- London: 14%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 75 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 87%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- Other qualifications: 7%
- No formal qualifications: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Maths for Engineering
- Introduction to Computer Aided Engineering
- Introduction to Engineering
- Fundamental Engineering Science
- Conceptual Design Project
- Into ARU
- Solid Mechanics and Dynamics
- Ruskin Module
- Design, Implementation & Operation Project
- Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
- Net-Zero Innovation and Technology
- Advanced Engineering and Simulation
- Net-Zero Challenge Project
- Robotics and System Automation
- Major Project for Engineers
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £43,500. The £36,500 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Mechanical engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 83 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BEng Mechanical Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.