MEng Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, United Kingdom
Course overview
The BEng Mechanical Engineering from Robert Gordon University prepares students to engage in the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and industrial plants for a wide range of industries. Students study from small components through to large-scale systems, learning to apply logic and method to solve real-life engineering problems with conflicting requirements.
For learning and assessment, the first two years build core knowledge in mathematics, mechanics, thermofluids, materials and engineering systems with lectures, tutorials, labs and workshops and undertake an individual research or industrial project, advanced specialist modules, and all year-4 marks count towards your honours classification in the final year.
Key highlights
- Accredited degree in mechanical engineering
- Covers design, construction and operation of machines and industrial plant
- Prepares you for work across a wide range of industries
- Focus on safer, more durable, affordable and efficient systems
- Fast-track four-year route available via direct second-year entry
Entry requirements
- Scottish Highers: BBBC — to include to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics, Chemistry or Technologica
- A-level: BCC — to include to include Mathematics at grade B plus either Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology
- GCSE: 5/C or above — to include English
- International Baccalaureate: 27 — to include
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BB — Year 2 entry SQA Advanced Higher: BB at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects), to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics, Chemistry or Technological Studies.
- Scottish Advanced Highers: CC — plus
- A-level: BBB — to include to include Maths and one other from Physics, Design Technology, Electronics, or Engi
- Scottish Highers: BCCC — to include to include Maths and either Engineering Science, Physics, Chemistry or Technologica; minimum (widening access) offer
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Students Emergency Fund
The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.
RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount
Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.
Up to £500RGU Golf Scholarship
Up to £8,500 per year
RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students
£2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.
Up to £2,000RGU SPORT Scholarship
Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.
Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Mechanical Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Plant Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering at Robert Gordon University may pursue roles such as:
- Mechanical Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Senior Technical Engineer
- Commissioning Engineer
Cost of study
International students pay the tuition fee of £18,300 per year for the BEng Mechanical Engineering in Robert Gordon University.
Admission
Robert Gordon University BEng Mechanical Engineering applicants should visit UCAS or the university's application portal. You can speak to our trained advisors for guidance.
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