MEng Mechanical Engineering

The MEng Mechanical Engineering at Solent University, Southampton is a four-year integrated master’s degree designed to give students hands-on experience with modern tools and advanced technologies used in industry. Key modules include Advanced Automation Control, Analysis of Materials and Structures, Engineering Materials, Modelling and Mechanics of Products, and CAD and the Design Process. The course encourages both guided and collaborative learning.

Assessment methods include written exams, reports, practical exams, individual and group projects, and group presentations. Students benefit from access to cutting-edge facilities such as the Applied Mechanics Laboratory, Materials Testing Lab, and the Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory. According to the Complete University Guide 2026, the course ranks 11th in the UK for student satisfaction in Mechanical Engineering and can also be studied part-time by professionals working in a related field.

Solent University, based in Southampton, is known for its practical, career-focused teaching and close connections with industry. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across fields including engineering, media, business, health, the arts, and maritime studies. Ranked in the top 25% for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2025, Solent emphasises hands-on learning through state-of-the-art labs, workshops, and real-world project experience to prepare students for successful careers.

Grade Requirements:

International applicants must meet one of the following criteria to qualify for entry into the MEng Mechanical Engineering programme:

• 104–120 UCAS Tariff points
• Minimum of two A Levels
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with grades DMM
• International Baccalaureate with at least 38 points overall
• T Level with a Merit grade

English Proficiency:

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following qualifications:

• IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 80 with at least 20 in each component

International students enrolling in the MEng Mechanical Engineering programme at Solent University, Southampton are required to pay a tuition fee of £17,750 per year.

Solent University offers various scholarships and funding options for international applicants, including:

• Solent International Pioneers Scholarship: £2,000 fee reduction on the first-year tuition fee.
• Students of Colour Scholarship: £1,000 for eligible first-year undergraduate students from specific ethnic backgrounds.
• Solent Sanctuary Scholarship: A full annual fee waiver plus a £3,000 grant for individuals seeking sanctuary.
• Contextual Offers Scholarship: £500 awarded to 150 students.
• GREAT Scholarship: Worth up to £10,000.

Graduates of the MEng Mechanical Engineering at Solent University, Southampton, are prepared for a wide range of professional roles, including:

• Design Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Mechanical Systems Engineer
• Automation/Control Engineer
• Research & Development Engineer

Applicants can apply for this course either directly through Solent University’s online application portal or via UCAS. For personalised assistance with the application process, candidates are encouraged to contact AHZ’s trained counsellors for expert guidance.