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Design Engineering with Foundation Year

Entry requirements


A level

D,E,E-D,D,E

Access to HE Diploma

P:45

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above

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

MPP

BTEC = must be in a related subject

UCAS Tariff

56-64

About this course


Course option

4years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Engineering design

**Overview**
The BEng Design Engineering programme offers core design capabilities, engineering design methods, project management techniques, prototypes for different stages of the engineering design process, evaluation and optimisation of design solutions and manufacturing processes.

The latest engineering systems opens opportunities along with challenges. This programme, with design engineering focus, comes up with practice-based learning approaches, problem solving and working methods for the design and implementation of such systems in practical projects.

**What does our degree do?**
The programme puts emphasis on the design aspect by developing and enhancing problem solving and design skills through a variety of practical projects and hands-on laboratory sessions.

The programme will prepare students with knowledge and skills needed for solving real-world technical engineering problems by providing a solid background of the design, implementation and maintenance of industry-used software and hardware component, as well as evaluation and optimisation techniques being used in practice.

**Why study with us**
The design engineering degree produces professional and competent Design Engineers capable of carrying out engineering projects, playing an active role in formulating, modelling and prototyping to meet the challenges and opportunities in both the industrial and commercial fields of the design engineering.
With specialised modules on design engineering, the course gives you knowledge, hands-on skills and project experience to put you at the forefront of the next generation of design engineers. You will get to grips with the latest digital systems and software being in use for design engineering.
We are uniquely linked with redLoop, Middlesex’s design and innovation centre, which each year gives a number of student interns the chance to develop their skills and professional competencies by working on live projects for real clients.
Guided by guest lecturers and industry professionals, you will receive support to start building your professional portfolio for your career success with a chance to secure a one-year long placement in industry.

**Flexible programme design**
Our suite of Design Engineering courses shares a common first year of study, which enable students to experience all aspects of engineering. Depending on your interests, you can then continue with the BEng Design Engineering degree or transfer to the BEng Mechatronics & Robotics degree.
Our weekly guest lectures give you the chance to enhance your industry knowledge and build contacts with some of the industry’s leading experts and companies. They will also give you the help, advice and feedback you need to start building your professional portfolio while you study.
Our London location gives you access to industry contacts, work experience opportunities and the chance to showcase your work at design engineering competitions. You will also have the option to get a feel of industry with a paid, year-long work placement.

Modules

Core modules
Computing and Digital Technology (30 credits) - Compulsory
SMART (Students Mastering Academic writing, Research and Technology) (30 credits) - Compulsory​
Foundation Mathematics (30 credits) - Compulsory​
Foundation Project (30 credits) - Compulsory​

Year 1
Design Engineering Projects 1 (30 credits) - Compulsory
Fundamentals of Electronics (30 credits) - Compulsory
Programming Paradigms for Physical Computing (30 credits) - Compulsory
Engineering Mathematics and its Applications (30 credits) - Compulsory

Year 2
Engineering in Context (30 credits) - Compulsory
Control Systems (30 credits) - Compulsory
Computer Aided Engineering (30 credits) - Compulsory
Design Engineering Projects (30 credits) - Compulsory

Year 3
System Design, Validation and Optimisation (30 credits) - Compulsory
Engineering Innovation (30 credits) - Compulsory
Major Project (60 credits) - Compulsory

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£15,100
per year
International
£15,100
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Hendon Campus

Department:

Design Engineering and Mathematics

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

91%
UK students
9%
International students
78%
Male students
22%
Female students
56%
2:1 or above
30%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

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E
D

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Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

13%
Information technology and telecommunications professionals
12%
Sales assistants and retail cashiers
11%
Teaching and educational professionals

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