BEng Mechanical Engineering
Course overview
The BEng Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire is a full-time course accredited by the IET. It is designed to help students begin a successful career in the mechanical engineering industry and gain the skills required to meet professional standards.
Students will study core modules, including engineering mathematics, mechanics, thermofluids, power systems, dynamics and control, engineering design and manufacture, structural analysis, and software modelling. They will also learn how to analyze and model engineering problems and familiarise themselves with essential tools used in the field.
For this course, the University of Bedfordshire provides a STEM building that includes general engineering laboratories, mechatronics and product design studios, and manufacturing workshops. Students will work with software like AutoCAD, MATLAB, Ansys, and COMSOL Multiphysics.
Teaching and learning combine traditional lectures and practical sessions, with an emphasis on a hands-on approach. Students get feedback through assessments such as portfolios, lab practicals, group work, individual projects, written exams, and case studies.
Entry requirements
These are the typical entry requirements to study the BEng in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire:
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants must have 96 UCAS points with at least 80 points from 3 A-levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma in relevant subjects.
English Proficiency:
- International applicants are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. To do this, they must possess an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each of the four components.
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bedfordshire can work in roles such as the following:
- Mechanical Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Project Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study BEng Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire is £16,800 per year of study.
Admission
Applications for this course typically go through the university’s website or the UCAS platform. For more information on the application process, our experienced counselors are available to assist.
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