Liverpool John Moores University

BEng Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University

Course overview

The Liverpool John Moores University BEng Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year programme is for students who have the potential to study engineering at university but do not hold the required qualifications for direct entry. The course is professionally accredited and emphasises learning through practical application. You will gain a thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles, along with essential professional skills such as project management. The university's modern facilities, including laboratories and workshops with state-of-the-art software, are used throughout the course.

The foundation year prepares you for the main degree. Once you pass the foundation year, you will progress directly to the first year of the BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering programme. The curriculum is designed with input from industry experts to ensure it meets the needs of future employers. If you achieve high grades in your first two years, you may have the opportunity to transfer to the MEng programme.

Entry requirements

Applicants need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They can also upload their CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • You need a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from a combination of qualifications, including A-levels, T-levels, BTECs, and the International Baccalaureate. The university accepts International qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency: 

  • If you are from a non-English speaking background, you must have an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no section score below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification, such as the TOEFL or PTE.

Scholarships

  • 2-year Masters Scholarships

    This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount

    We are excited to offer a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students.

    Up to £500

  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students

    Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.

  • Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.

    Up to £3,500

  • Sport Scholarship Scheme

    Our Sport Scholarship scheme is one of the leading initiatives the UK and helps talented students fulfil both their sporting and their academic potential. You’ll receive cash bursaries.

  • Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee discount towards each year of their studies.

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course work as:

  • Design Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Plant Engineering Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Quality Engineer

Cost of study

Tuition fees for the 2025/2026 academic year are £18,250 for international students.

Admission

Applications for this course are made directly through UCAS. Our trained advisors are available to help you through this process.

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