Mechanical Engineering (with Foundation Year option)

This degree develops high-calibre engineers who are able to function both as an engineer and a technology leader in sectors such as aerospace, marine, automotive, alternative energy, oil and gas, and other high-tech industries.

Why study BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at BU?

• Choose to take the course as either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering) qualification

• As well as giving you a solid grounding in engineering, the course provides an inspirational insight into emerging technologies within the sector and how to apply them to real-world situations

• Learn from industry-seasoned academics, practitioners and guest speakers

• You’ll have access to state-of-the-art Innovation Centre, a designated space for Design and Engineering students

• Take part in a career-affirming minimum 30-week period in a work placement, helping you to make contacts and boost your potential within the profession. Within 15 months of graduating, 95% of our students are in employment or further study (source DiscoverUni 2023).

• Exhibit your work at the Festival of Design & Engineering, one of BU’s longest running events, giving the public and potential employers an insight into your work.

Course accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) as fully meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partly meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for the 2025-2029 intake years.

Course Modules

During the Foundation Year, you will study Academic Study Skills for Engineering and Technology | Introduction to Computers | Mathematics for Engineering and Technology | Introduction to Engineering Science | Introduction to Computer-Aided Design Tools | Foundation Year Engineering and Technology Project. You will also be able to take an optional work placement.