BSc Engineering
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Engineering BSc (Hons), an engineering degree centred on practical and theoretical principles across industrial disciplines. Core topics include Systems Design, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, Project Management, and Engineering Design. Students complete an individual project and can undertake practical classes, laboratory exercises, and computer simulations throughout the programme. The course begins with a foundation year for students on the four-year route, covering foundational academic skills, technology, and applied projects. The first year establishes core concepts through compulsory modules such as Introduction to Engineering Design, Electrical Principles, Mechanical Principles, Materials Science, Analytical Methods for Technology, and Engineering Industry Practice. The second year expands technical capabilities with compulsory study in Engineering Design, Analogue and Digital Electronics, Advanced Mechanical Principles, Manufacturing and Manufacturing Systems Technology, and Innovation and Management for Engineers, alongside optional choices like Engineering Project and Work-Based Case Study. The final year focuses on advanced professional applications through compulsory modules including Computer Simulation and Modelling, Lean Manufacturing and Quality Applications, Advanced Electro-Mechanical System Design, Machines and Mechanisms, and a compulsory Engineering Project.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer for the engineering degree would be: DDE at A Level (to include Physics) or, MMP at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Pass (C and above) at T Level Relevant professional/industry experience Further Information: We look for applicants with A-Level in a mathematics-based subject, or a subject related to science, technology, engineering, or additional mathematics at grade C or above or Engineering at BTEC or T Level. Applicants need to hold GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above (or recognised Level 2 equivalent). We welcome applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications. For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page . If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page . Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: The University of Northampton now offers on a range of our courses an alternative route to study – the integrated foundation year (IFY). Admission to this foundation course is normally: DEE at A Level or, MPP at BTEC or, Pass (D or E) at T Level However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study. Entry requirements are as follows: DEE at A-Level BTEC in Engineering MPP Professional/industry experience
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 66%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 52%
- Learning resources: 68%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 45%
- Gained a higher qualification: 30%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Skilled trades occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 55%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 25%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Other HE qualification: 40%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Technology
- Introduction to Engineering Design
- Electrical Principles
- Mechanical Principles
- Materials Science
- Analytical Methods for Technology
- Engineering Industry Practice
- Engineering Design
- Analogue and Digital Electronics
- Advanced Mechanical Principles
- Manufacturing and Manufacturing Systems Technology
- Innovation and Management for Engineers
- Engineering Project
- Work-Based Case Study
- Computer Simulation and Modelling
- Lean Manufacturing and Quality Applications
- Advanced Electro-Mechanical System Design
- Machines and Mechanisms
- Engineering Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Engineering at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £36,000 and £52,500. The £42,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Engineering at University of Northampton do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Engineering at University of Northampton?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Engineering at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is DDE at A level. The average entrant had 78 UCAS points.
Is BSc Engineering at University of Northampton accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
How many students continue on BSc Engineering at University of Northampton?
45% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.