University of Hertfordshire

MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

A degree in MEng Mechanical Engineering will provide you with a thorough grounding in engineering, and the opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills at master’s level. The course is the first step towards becoming a chartered engineer and will lead to exciting career options in a range of sectors. You will study the key engineering disciplines, including engineering mathematics and programming, engineering design and manufacturing, mechanics and dynamics, thermal and fluid sciences, materials and automated mechanical systems.

During your final master’s year, you’ll deepen your understanding of engineering through a selection of advanced modules. As with the Beng, you will also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with other engineering students on some incredible projects, suc

Key highlights

  • First step towards becoming a chartered engineer
  • Covers design, manufacturing, mechanics, dynamics, thermal and fluid sciences
  • Includes engineering mathematics, programming and automated mechanical systems
  • Final master's year offers a selection of advanced modules
  • Collaborative projects with students from other engineering disciplines

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 128-136 — Text: Typical offer (UCAS points)128-136
  • A-level: ABB-AAB — Mandatory subjects: Mathematics Excluded subjects: General Studies, Critical Thinking
  • International Baccalaureate: 128-136 — 128-136 points from a minimum of three HL subjects at grade 5 or above to include HL Maths and HL Physics or HL Technology or engineering-based subjects
  • BTEC: DDM-DDD — Mandatory subjects: Extended Diploma in Engineering to include merit in a Mathematics unit and Principles at Level 3 Accepted T Levels NoneGCSEGrade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics Access courses Not accepted Additional information Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements All students applying for specific courses who are on time-limited visas are required to obtain ATAS approval prior to registering on the course Find out more about the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000
  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750
  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Mechanical engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Manufacturing engineer
  • Thermal and fluids engineer
  • Automation engineer
  • Chartered engineer (after professional development)

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450

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 University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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