BEng Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year
Entry requirements
GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 64 UCAS Tariff points to include Mathematics, or a numerate science (Physics, Chemistry Electronics, Design Technology, or Computer Science). 72 UCAS Tariff points from any subject combination. A level: 64 UCAS Tariff points to include Mathematics, or a numerate science (Physics, Chemistry Electronics, Design Technology, or Computer Science). 72 UCAS Tariff points from any subject combination. One full A-level equivalent. BTEC: MPP from an Engineering or Science subject. Electrical Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering are acceptable. MMP from any other BTEC T level: Overall grade P (D or E). Any subject accepted. Must have passed all components. Access to HE: 64 UCAS Tariff points from QAA-approved course in Engineering or Science subject. 72 UCAS Tariff points from QAA-approved course in any other subject. Scottish Highers: Minimum One at Higher Level. 64 UCAS Tariff points to include Mathematics, or a numerate science (Physics, Chemistry Electronics, Design Technology, or Computer Science). 72 UCAS Tariff points from any subject combination. Irish Leaving Certificate: Minimum One at Higher Level. 64 UCAS Tariff points to include Mathematics, or a numerate science (Physics, Chemistry Electronics, Design Technology, or Computer Science). 72 UCAS Tariff points from any subject combination. IB: 26 Points, including Grade 4 in Higher Level Maths or Physics.
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. Core topics include Control Systems, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Engineering Design, and Programming. The programme includes a foundation year for students who do not meet direct entry requirements. The final year features an individual research project.
Modules
- Engineering Methodology 1 and 2
- Energy and Power
- Information Technology and Study Skills
- Mechanical Systems
- Experimental Methods
- CAD, Mechanical Group Design and Management
- Engineering Dynamics and Electrical Systems
- Engineering Structures and Engineering Materials
- Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics
- Manufacturing Methods and Processes
- Thermofluid Fundamentals
- CAE and Mechanical Group Design
- Engineering Dynamics and Control Engineering
- Engineering Mathematics
- Manufacturing, Quality Control and Simulation
- Structural Mechanics and FEA Fundamentals
- Thermofluid and CFD Studies
- FEA and Structural Mechanics
- Mechanical Design of Electrical and Hybrid Drivetrain
- Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Systems
- Thermofluid for Power Systems
- Individual Project