University of Huddersfield

Mechanical Engineering MEng

University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH

Course overview

Our Mechanical Engineering Graduates go on to amazing careers in a diverse range of industries. You could have an impact on one of the major challenges facing society today such as climate change, world health and the future of our transport networks. We are situated at the heart of the Northern Powerhouse with great links to set you up for an exciting career.

A degree in Mechanical Engineering could open the door to a wide range of challenging and rewarding career opportunities that will allow you to contribute to a more sustainable future, securing a role at the at the heart of these technological developments could result in a substantial earning potential which will allow you to shape the lifestyle you want in the future. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Mechanical Engineering courses are Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Service Engineer, Project Engineer and Mechanical Project Engineer.* Choosing to study the MEng will also give you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and project management skills and work towards Chartered Engineer status. Being a chartered engineer will give you the credibility to become a leader in the field.

Visitors to campus are always impressed with the teaching and research facilities we have for you to use and develop as a Mechanical Engineer. We have invested in these facilities so you can gain practical experience with wind tunnels, fluid mechanics laboratories and materials testing. *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles.

Key highlights

  • Work towards Chartered Engineer status
  • Develop leadership and project management skills
  • Hands-on experience with wind tunnels and fluid mechanics laboratories
  • Practical materials testing in invested teaching and research facilities
  • Optional placement year extends the degree to five years
  • Strong industry links across the Northern Powerhouse region

Entry requirements

  • A-level: AAB-ABB — AAB-ABB at A Level .
  • UCAS tariff points: 128-136 — …(or equivalent qualifications) as listed in Additional Information. 136-128 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications which must include the accepted qualifications as listed in Additional Information.…
  • T-level: Distinction — Distinction in T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing (Core) Full Qualification.
  • BTEC: DDD-DDM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

Scholarships

  • The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship

    Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.

Careers this course leads to

  • Mechanical Design Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Service Engineer
  • Project Engineer
  • Mechanical Project Engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600

Admission

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