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Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Master's)

Entry requirements


104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels

102 - 118 tariff points in a required subject with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

28-31

An overall score of 28 - 31 points

104 tariff points (Grade D*D) in a required subject

112 tariff points in a required subject

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

104 tariff points (Grade D*D) in a required subject

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent

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

DMM

112 tariff points (Grade DMM) in a required subject

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

104 - 120 tariff points in required subjects.

T Level

M

120 UCAS tariff points: Building Services Engineering for Construction if accompanied by Mathematics A Level (or equivalent)

UCAS Tariff

104-120

The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent in required subjects. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Required subjects: Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.

About this course


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Course option

4years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

5 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

Mechanical engineering

**This integrated masters 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 MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at BU?**

- 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 the 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

- 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.

- You'll be career-ready with 95% of graduates from the course in employment or further study after 15 months.

**Course accreditation**
Accredited by Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) to fully meet the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Modules

First year modules include Engineering Design with Practice, Engineering Principles A, Engineering Principles B, Materials with Practice, Electrical and Electronic Principles and Engineering Mathematics.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£18,800
per year
International
£18,800
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Bournemouth University

Department:

Department of Design and Engineering

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

81%
Mechanical engineering

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Mechanical engineering

Teaching and learning

85%
Staff make the subject interesting
85%
Staff are good at explaining things
77%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
69%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

81%
Library resources
92%
IT resources
88%
Course specific equipment and facilities
62%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

91%
UK students
9%
International students
91%
Male students
9%
Female students
78%
2:1 or above
17%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
C
A

After graduation


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Mechanical engineering

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£25,000
med
Average annual salary
96%
med
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

49%
Information technology and telecommunications professionals
29%
Engineering professionals
4%
Science, engineering and production technicians

We're short of engineers in a lot of areas and mechanical engineering is no exception. Mechanical engineers are in demand across multiple industries, with vehicle manufacturing most popular, with roles especially common in design and manufacturing. Other important sectors include aerospace, the oil and gas industry, consultancy and defence. Jobs are all around the country, with London, the Midlands, Scotland and the South East the most likely places for a new mechanical engineer to find work at the moment, and starting salaries are good. Although large employers are much the most likely place to get work, some of the most challenging, cutting edge jobs are with small niche engineering firms, so keep your eyes peeled if you want something a little different. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Mechanical engineering

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£33k

£33k

£37k

£37k

£46k

£46k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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