BEng Mechanical Engineering and Design Top up

The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering and Design (Top-up) is a one-year, full-time undergraduate programme for students who have completed an HND in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent Higher Education qualification in a relevant area. This programme focuses on developing technical and applicable skills, particularly in manufacturing, while also building essential industry skills in teamwork, leadership, and effective communication for the modern engineering workplace.

The programme is newly accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, meeting the requirements for Incorporated Engineer registration. It includes advanced modules such as Manufacturing Systems and Thermofluids, as well as a significant individual project. Students benefit from exceptional facilities, including virtual engineering labs and 3D printing, to support practical learning and innovation.

London South Bank University (LSBU), based in central London, is well-regarded for its career-focused education. Ranked 3rd in London for Mechanical Engineering in the Guardian University League Tables 2024 and among the top 10 in the UK for Engineering teaching in the National Student Survey 2023, LSBU combines academic quality with practical learning. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in health, business, arts, and engineering, and provides strong student support services, including academic guidance and career advice. Its strong industry connections ensure that graduates are prepared for professional success.

Applicants must have completed an HND in Mechanical Engineering with at least 60 credits at Merit in second-year modules or hold an equivalent Higher Education qualification in a relevant field. Each application is reviewed by the course director to confirm eligibility. Candidates are also required to provide a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and may include a CV to showcase relevant experience.

Grade Requirements:

• HND in Mechanical Engineering with at least 60 credits at Merit in second-year modules, or
• An equivalent Higher Education qualification in a directly relevant subject.

English Proficiency:

• IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: paper-based 550, internet-based 80.
• Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C also accepted.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for the BEng Mechanical Engineering and Design (Top-up) course is £15,500.

LSBU offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries to support students, including those on top-up programmes. Scholarships include the International Merit Scholarships (up to £4,000 off the first year’s tuition fees for international students with strong academic profiles), the LSBU Loyalty Award (discounts for LSBU graduates progressing to another course), the Global Success Scholarship, and others such as the European Impact Scholarship, TNE Partner Award, and CEG Progression Award for eligible international students or partner-institution graduates.

Graduates of the BEng Mechanical Engineering and Design (Top-up) programme are prepared for professional roles such as:

• Mechanical Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Product Development Engineer
• Research and Development Engineer

Applications for this course should be submitted through UCAS. For support with the application process, you can consult our trained counsellors at AHZ.