MEng Mechanical Engineering
Southsea, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 9,250 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students/EU residents | £18,300/year: international students
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Introduction
With huge technological advances taking place in areas of transport, energy, healthcare and robotics, studying mechanical engineering can put you in a position to influence the future of global industries.
To meet the challenges of the engineering world, you'll study the design, development, modelling and operation of engineered products and systems. To establish your expertise in engineering, you'll get to specialise in subjects such as sustainable development, computer-aided engineering and computational fluid dynamics.
BEng or MEng?
The 3-year Bachelor's degree (BEng) and 4-year integrated Master's degree (MEng) share many of the same modules in years 1–3.
The MEng allows you to achieve a Master’s degree with an extra year of undergraduate study, which can further enhance your career prospects. In the final year of your MEng, you'll complete an interdisciplinary project to get practical experience in the field, normally linked to the University's research and commercial activities, and explore complex topics such as energy systems and the application of finite elements in solid modelling and structural integrity.
Course highlights
- Learn about the underlying elements of successful engineering and manufacturing projects, including engineering analysis, optimisation and design.
- Work on a project proposal sponsored by an external company – previous students has worked on heat loss optimisation with Rolls Royce, fire alarms with Apollo Fire Detectors and wind turbine blade production with Vestas.
- Get the chance to be involved in Formula Student, where you'll design, construct and test a competitive race car with fellow students to be judged and raced at Silverstone, home of the British Grand Prix.
Accreditation
This course has been awarded the EUR-ACE (European Accredited Engineer) label. It is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). The BEng meets in part the academic requirement for registration as Chartered Engineer (CEng), and the MEng meets the academic requirement for registration as Chartered Engineer (CEng).
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Curriculum
Modules
Year 1
Core modules
- Electrical and Electronic Principles – 20 credits
- Introduction to Design – 20 credits
- Introduction to Materials and Manufacture – 20 credits
- Introduction to Solid Mechanics and Dynamics – 20 credits
- Introduction to Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics – 20 credits
- Mathematical Principles – 20 credits
Year 2
Core modules
- Computer Aided Engineering and Product Manufacture – 20 credits
- Engineering Design – 20 credits
- Engineering Mathematics and Numerical Analysis – 20 credits
- Solid Mechanics And Dynamics - 20 credits
- Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics - 20 credits
Optional modules
- Engineering Programming – 20 credits
- Materials and Manufacture – 20 credits
- Modern Foreign Language (IWLP) – 20 credits
- Robotics and Automation – 20 credits
Year 3
Core modules
- Design for Quality – 20 credits
- Finite Element Analysis in Solid Mechanics – 20 credits
- Individual Project – 40 credits
- Sustainable Development And Environmental Management - 20 credits
Optional modules
- Advanced Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics – 20 credits
- Big Data Applications – 20 credits
Year 4 (MEng)
Core modules
- Energy Systems – 20 credits
- Multidisciplinary Group Project – 20 credits
- Structural Application of Finite Elements – 20 credits
- Structural Integrity – 20 credits
Optional modules
- Computational Fluid Dynamics – 20 credits
- Control Systems – 20 credits
- Renewable Energy Management – 20 credits
Placement year opportunities
Taking an optional placement year gives you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. You could work in a paid role in a professional organisation or set up your own business, giving you the chance to grow your professional network and enhance your CV.
We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.
Potential roles
Previous students have been successful in roles such as:
- mechanical project engineer
- intern design engineer
- sustainability engineer
- mechatronic systems engineer
- junior aerospace engineer
Potential destinations
They've worked at exciting companies, including:
- SMR Automotive
- Baker Hughes
- BAE Systems
- NDS Engineering
Career Opportunities
This mechanical engineering degree course will give you the skills and experience you need to work in any industry that depends on mechanical systems, from transport and construction to the armed forces and energy.
And your skills will be in demand when you graduate – all mechanical engineering roles are listed in the UK Government’s 'skills shortage list'. This is backed up by the fact that 90% of our MEng graduates are in work and/or further study 15 months after they graduate, with 80% of those in highly skilled work. Five years after graduation, students in our mechanical engineering courses earn an average of £35,000 a year.
Graduate destinations
Our graduates have worked for national and global companies such as:
- Babcock International
- Pall Corporation
- Rolls-Royce
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
- Bosch Thermotechnology
- Wärtsilä
- Mercedes-AMG
What jobs can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?
Roles you could go onto include:
- mechanical engineer
- design engineer
- test engineer
- project manager
- energy storage analyst
- mechanical design engineer
Ongoing career support – up to 5 years after you graduate
Get experience while you study with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities and work experience. Towards the end of your degree and after graduation, you'll get 1-to-1 support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to find your perfect role.