Mechanical Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons)

Mechanical Engineering impacts virtually all aspects of our daily lives and is vital to the functioning of many of the systems and products we rely upon. Following this course, therefore, you could choose from a wide range of rewarding and challenging careers, many of which will give you the chance to drive forward the increasingly important sustainability agenda. 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.* *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.

For those with good knowledge of engineering, this top-up course could help you build on your existing skills. A one-year course, you will be expected to have completed prior university or higher education study in a related subject. The course allows you to continue your studies in the principles of, for example, dynamics and design, and to have the choice of other key modules to best suit you.

With an understanding of the key role of sustainability, we aim to prepare you for career opportunities in a wide range of industries.