BEng Engineering Design and Manufacture Mechanical
Course overview
The BEng Engineering Design and Manufacture (Mechanical) at Heriot-Watt University develops expertise in engineering design, manufacturing engineering, engineering consultancy, and engineering operations management. It is designed for individuals who seek a thorough foundation in mechanical engineering principles and their practical applications.
The course covers key areas such as engineering design and manufacturing principles, including manufacturing with materials, product design, computer-aided design and analysis, and mechanical design principles. Business and management topics, such as supply chain management and organisational behaviour, are also integrated.
The teaching is delivered through a hybrid-flexible model of online and campus sessions; the assessment combines project work, coursework, exams and reflective workplace portfolios. Practical elements basically involve Students spending 80 % of their time in the workplace and 20 % on academic modules.
Entry requirements
Applicants should submit a personal statement describing their interest in the course and any academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Students can also upload a CV to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically require BBC at A Level, which should include Mathematics and Physics or similar subjects in the relevant field.
- Alternatively, any relevant international equivalent qualifications are considered.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. The university provides pre‑sessional English courses if needed.
- Alternatively, equivalent English tests such as PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.
Scholarships
Heriot-Watt Sports Scholarships
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Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
We are offering up to £525 from the access to learning funding to students to help cover costs. This could be to purchase a laptop, pay for WiFi access or travel expenses.
Up to £525International Merit Scholarship
Award value: Varies by region
Career opportunities
Graduates of this apprenticeship course may pursue job roles such as:
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Engineering Consultant
- Engineering Operations Manager
- Project Engineer
Cost of study
This graduate apprenticeship is fully funded, with no tuition fee charged to students or employers, supported by Skills Development Scotland.
Admission
Interested candidates can apply through the school’s Graduate Apprenticeship portal, with support from Heriot‑Watt’s Graduate Apprenticeship team. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.
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