This programme provides the specialist knowledge and expertise required for a professional career in mechanical engineering. Project-based learning in all years, including live industry-led projects, will help you develop transferable skills and multi-disciplinary awareness.

Year 1 will establish the fundamentals of engineering science, mathematics and practical and project skills in mechanical engineering. In Year 2, you will further develop your scientific and analytical skills through study of solid mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and engineering mathematics. You will take on a specialist role in a multi-disciplinary group project and start detailed planning of your career. Specialist options and projects in Year 3, all informed by the School of Engineering’s active research and industrial partnerships, will give you experience of the latest engineering challenges faced by industry and society.

This degree is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purpose of meeting in full the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and in part the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer.