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BEng Mechanical Engineering including Foundation Year

University of South Wales

Institution
University of South Wales
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering including Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
H30F
Typical offer
A-level DD, UCAS 48

Entry requirements

UCAS Points: 48 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: DD, 48 tariff points Welsh BACC: N/A BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Pass Pass Pass or BTEC Diploma Pass Pass Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances. Advanced Entry: Internal applicants (USW and Partner Colleges) taking the HND Mechanical Engineering who achieve a distinction profile with above 70% in mechanical science and thermo fluids are considered for third-year entry onto the BEng Mechanical Engineering. Applicants obtaining an HND from other universities or colleges with lower grade profiles are able to join the third year of the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering.

About this course

BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. Core topics include Engineering Design. The four-year programme begins with a Foundation Year covering core mathematical and scientific principles before progressing to the main degree. The Impact Challenge module engages students in team-based projects tackling real-world engineering problems.

Modules

  • Starting your University Journey
  • Engineering in Action: From Theory to Practice
  • Design and Manufacture in Action
  • The Impact Challenge