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Engineering Systems with Foundation

BEng (Hon) · 4 Years · Full-time including foundation year · 09/2026 · UndergraduateClerkenwell Campus

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2026-2027
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Course summary

The programme begins with a one-year foundation which is designed to help you develop the study skills and academic knowledge needed for an engineering degree at Bachelors or Integrated Masters level.

Embark on a comprehensive journey mastering complex systems and interactions with our interdisciplinary course. Over three years, hone professional skills, focusing on innovative solutions for engineering challenges.

Engage in individual and group design projects, showcasing capabilities to employers. Develop a deep understanding of engineering systems' broader context, managing complexities and integrating information.

Benefit from industry connections via guest lectures and projects led by engineers and scientists. Access research facilities dedicated to designing new engineering systems.

Opt for an optional placement year to boost employability, leveraging research strengths and industry partnerships. Expedite the path to Chartered Engineer status with a degree meeting academic requirements.

  • Cultivate professional skills emphasizing innovative solutions.

  • Engage in design projects to showcase capabilities.

  • Develop understanding of engineering systems' context.

  • Benefit from industry connections via guest lectures.

  • Access research facilities dedicated to designing systems.

  • Explore optional placement year to boost employability.

  • Expedite path to Chartered Engineer status.

This course with foundation included is designed specifically to help people with the passion and potential to study with us. For example, mature students who need to update their technical knowledge and get used to studying again after being in work.

By the end of the first foundation year and on successful completion, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to progress to a BEng or MEng degree.

Accreditation
We have every expectation that these degrees will receive full accreditation from the Institution of Engineering and Technology, providing a path for you to gain Chartered Engineering status.

Assessment method

Assessment is by coursework and examinations. Group learning and communication skills are addressed through design studies and presentations. Practical and technical skills are assessed through laboratory work, data analysis and project reports.

Grades obtained in each year count towards the final degree classification, with increasing weight given to the later years.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Clerkenwell Campus

Study options

  • BEng (Hon) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
HH3F
Institution code:
C60
Campus name:
Clerkenwell Campus
Campus Code:
C
Points of Entry:
Foundation

City St George's, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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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:
HH3F
Institution code:
C60
Campus name:
Clerkenwell Campus
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 80 points

including A/AS levels including A level Mathematics at grade C or AS level Mathematics at grade A. A level General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship are not accepted

A level - CDD

including A/AS levels including A level Mathematics at grade C or AS level Mathematics at grade A. A level General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship are not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP

in Engineering with minimum grade D in either unit 7 - Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems or unit 8 - Further Engineering Mathematics.

Access to HE Diploma - M: 30 credits P: 15 credits

We welcome applications from students studying the Access to HE Diploma. Below provides our grade and pathway requirements, though all applications are considered holistically including work experience. Pass in a QAA recognised Access to HE Diploma. Full award (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 credits must be at Level 3 including 30 credits at Merit and 15 credits at Pass. Accepted pathways: Engineering, Engineering Science with Mathematics

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points

including Higher Level Mathematics at grade 4 OR Standard Level Mathematics at grade 6 plus a Higher Level science subject at grade 4, such as Physics/Biology/Chemistry. Grade 5 in SL English

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of grade 4 (C) in both English Language and Mathematics.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

City, University of London uses contextual admissions to take into account varying individual circumstances and institutional barriers faced by applicants during the application process.

Learn more on the City St George's, University of London website

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 1 other electrical and electronic engineering (foundation only) course
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For City St George's, University of London, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
DDD Most common
  1. CCC
  2. Highest grades
  3. DDE
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

80% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
International£12820Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Sponsorship information

Please visit https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance

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