BEng Mechanical Engineering
Course overview
The BEng Mechanical Engineering course at Swansea University provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand how machines are designed, manufactured, and improved. Core areas of study include mechanics, materials, thermodynamics, fluid flow, and engineering design. Students gain practical experience using real equipment and industry-standard software, preparing them for careers in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewables, and manufacturing. The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
In Year 1, students focus on fundamentals, including mathematics, mechanics, materials, manufacturing, data analysis, and workshop experience. Year 2 covers control systems, thermofluids, machine design, simulation, and research preparation. In Year 3, students complete an individual engineering project and study advanced manufacturing, fluid mechanics, dynamics, and design practice. Learning is delivered through lectures, seminars, computer work, practical labs, and design projects. Assessment methods include written exams, coursework, lab reports, design portfolios, and the final-year individual project.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
Typical entry requires A-level grades of ABB–BCC, including a B in Mathematics. Students with other qualifications, such as a BTEC Extended Diploma, may also be considered with equivalent grades.
English Proficiency:
Applicants whose first language is not English must meet Swansea University's English requirement, usually an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no section below 5.5, or an equivalent approved qualification.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Mechanical Engineering programme can pursue careers in various engineering and related fields. Common roles include:
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Thermal Systems Engineer
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for full-time international students studying BEng Mechanical Engineering at Swansea University is £24,500. Fees typically increase by around 3% each year.
Admission
Applications for the Swansea University BEng Mechanical Engineering course should be submitted via UCAS. AHZ's trained counsellors are available to provide assistance with the application process.
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