BEng Mechanical Systems Engineering Top-Up
Course overview
The BEng Mechanical Systems Engineering (Top-Up) at the University of Portsmouth is a one-year course for students who have already studied part of a related engineering degree. This course teaches students how machines and systems work together and prepares them for jobs in engineering, design, and manufacturing.
The Mechanical Systems Engineering course at the University of Portsmouth focuses on advanced engineering topics, including control systems, computer-aided design (CAD), robotics, and energy systems. You will also learn how to solve real-world engineering problems by using science, technology, and creative thinking. The course is ideal for students who have completed a foundation degree or HND in mechanical or electrical engineering and wish to advance in their education or career.
Students are taught through classroom lessons, labs, group projects, and hands-on tasks with computers to design and test systems. Students will be graded through coursework, tests, group work, presentations, and a final engineering project. This top-up degree is a great way to complete your studies and improve your job chances.
Entry requirements
To apply for the Mechanical Systems Engineering course at the University of Portsmouth, applicants should have”
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants typically need to have an appropriate HND, foundation degree or Advanced Diploma.
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The university also accepts 240 credits from year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate degree (BEng/BSc), in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency:
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For applicants who do not speak English as their first language, it is necessary to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with no skill section below 5.5.
Scholarships
Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £5,000Sanctuary Scholarship
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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Systems Engineering from the University of Portsmouth can work in many different industries as:
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Design Engineer
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Systems Analyst
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Energy and Power Systems Engineer
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Automotive Engineer
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Project Engineer
Cost of study
In the 2025/26 academic session, the annual tuition fee to study the Mechanical Systems Engineering course at the University of Portsmouth is £16,200 for international students. Fees are subject to annual change.
Admission
To apply for the BEng Mechanical Systems Engineering (Top-Up) at the University of Portsmouth, prospective students can apply online through the university’s website or UCAS. If you need any help, our trained counsellors are available to guide you.
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