BEng Mechanical Engineering
Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels including passes at A2 in at least two subjects. Must include Mathematics and Physics or Electronics. BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual). Must include distinctions in both Mathematics and Further Mathematics. BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – diploma with 27 points, including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level and must include Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, combining mathematics, science, technology, and management. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling, Control Systems, Engineering Design, Project Management, and Statistics. The programme covers computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA), with coursework in thermofluids, dynamics, and advanced manufacturing. The final year includes a capstone project allowing independent research in a chosen area of mechanical engineering.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Maths for Engineering and Science
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 1
- Engineering Materials and Design
- Engineering Principles
- Applied Mathematics & Computing
- Thermofluids
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling
- Engineering Design and Analysis
- Dynamics and Control
- Applied Mechanics
- Thermofluids Dynamics
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3
- Capstone Project
- Advanced Mechanics
- Advanced Manufacturing Technology
- Turbomachinery and Energy Systems