Ulster University

Technology with Design BSc (Hons)

Ulster UniversityBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

Enhancing creativity and innovation within engineering.

Key highlights

  • Focuses on creativity and innovation within engineering

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBC — to include To include Grade B in one from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering or Double Award Science/Applied Science. *Desirable Subject Offer - GCE A Level Maths, Further Maths or Physics. Applicants presenting any of the above Desirable Subjects will receive a ONE grade reduction at the time of offer i.e. BCC. The Desirable Subject can be achieved at grade C or B
  • BTEC — Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering (RQF) (601/7588/6) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (RQF) (603/0861/8) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in…
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 — 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level; To include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level and Mathematics at H5 if studied at Higher Level or O3 if studied at Ordinary level. If Maths is H5 or higher, minimum H6 must be achieved in Physics / Chemistry / Physics/Chemistry / Technology / Computing / Biology or Engineering. If Maths studied at Ordinary Level (O3 or higher) then minimum H6 must be achieved in 2 from Physics / Chemistry / Physics/Chemistry / Technology / Computing / Biology or Engineering
  • Access to HE Diploma — Access Course - NI/ROI: Overall profile of 63% (120-credit Access Course; In Science/Technology and 63% in Level 2 Mathematics if applicant doesn't possess at least grade C GCSE Maths. Science/Technology for GB Access to HE Diploma and GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 is also required
  • HNC / HND — Year 1 Entry - In Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Construction, Construction & the Built Environmen; Year 1 Entry -In Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Construction, Electrical, Architectural Technology; Year 2 Entry - In Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Construction, Architectural Technology or Buildin
  • GCSE: C/4 — to include Mathematics

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seekers Scholarship

  • Choice Scholarships

    The Choice Scholarships will support up to 15 students who face barriers to participating in higher education by providing financial assistance of £1,500 to three students per year for the lifetime of the project.

    Up to £1,500
  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship applied as discount to your annual tuition fee.

    Up to £2,000
  • Richard K. Degenhardt Belleek Collectors' Scholarships

    Selected scholars will receive financial support to undertake further specialist research in their area of expertise.

  • The Talented Athlete Entry Scheme

    Please contact the provider.

  • University of the Year Dean’s Scholarship

    £1,500 tuition fee discount - on top of our existing £2,000 International Scholarship - that’s a total reduction of £3,500 towards your studies. £2,200 scholarship -this brings your total possible reduction to £4,200.

Careers this course leads to

  • Design engineer
  • Product design engineer
  • Manufacturing engineer
  • Mechanical design technician
  • CAD technician
  • Technology and design teacher (with further teacher training)

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,490

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Ulster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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