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Mechanical Engineering with Enterprise Development
- BEng (Hon)
- 4 Years
- Sandwich
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Derry~Londonderry
Course summary
All engineering comes down to one thing and that is the need to solve a problem. Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering with Enterprise Development give you the skills and know how to take your ideas and knowledge and turn them into global products. The course concentrates on the design and manufacture aspects of engineering as well as the techniques to develop your idea into a business solution. So, if you have ever wondered how you can make your dream product into a world beater and perhaps the next big thing, then Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering with Enterprise Development is for you.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HH38
- Institution code:
- U20
- Campus name:
- Derry~Londonderry
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBC
Grades BBC
Desirable Subject Offer: CCC
To include ONE subject from Maths, Further Maths or Physics in GCE A Level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma in a relevant Engineering subject area with DDM overall award grades to include a Merit in Engineering Principles and Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
OR
BTEC Level 3 QCF Extended Diploma in a relevant Engineering subject area with overall award profile of DDD. Also requires a Merit in either Mathematics for Engineering Technicians or Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians, AND a Merit in Mechanical Principles and Applications.
Access to HE Diploma
Overall profile of 63% (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course); to include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Overall profile of 15 credits at distinction and 30 credits at merit (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course); to include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Scottish Higher - BBCCC
English and Maths required at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3.
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
English and Maths required at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Minimum 25 points (12 at Higher Level)
Higher or Subsidiary level in English Language and Mathematics required at Grade 4 or above.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
GCSE Grade C (or above) in English Language (or equivalent).
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Essential / Key Skill in Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Math
HNC (BTEC) - D
HNC
Overall Distinction (with distinctions in 75 Level 4 credits) for year 1 entry only
HND (BTEC) - M
HND
Overall Merit (with distinctions in 45 Level 5 credits)
HND applications may be considered for Year 2 entry where the curriculum sufficiently matches that of the Ulster University full - time Year 1 course.
English language requirements
English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 3 other mechanical engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAA
- Highest grades
- CCD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £17490 | Year 1 |
| International | £17490 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please note that fees for Home and GB for 2026/27 have not yet been set by Department for the Employment in NI and will be subject to an inflationary increase from 2025/26.
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