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Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Mechanical Engineering
Imperial College London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mechanical Engineering course at Imperial College London.
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UCAS Tariff
200
The university hasn't set UCAS points for this course. To help you compare, we've estimated the tariff using the entry requirements for other qualifications, like A-levels. Make sure you also check the grade requirements to see exactly what you'll need.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Imperial College London. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A* |
| Physics | A* |
| Further Mathematics | A* |
| Chemistry | A* |
| Computer Science | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: H301
Here's what Imperial College London says about its Mechanical Engineering course.
Mechanical engineers play a key role in solving key global challenges, from developing sustainable energy sources to improving the lifespan of battery technology.
This course will suit you if you want to develop your mathematical, physics and computational skills to tackle tomorrow's engineering issues.
Through lectures, labs and tutorials, you'll build a solid understanding of the principles of solid mechanics, thermofluids and mechatronics. You'll also learn how to use technical drawings and specialist software to produce your own blueprints.
Hands-on workshop sessions will develop your manufacturing skills, while you'll also hone your design expertise on a group project.
You can broaden your learning further by taking modules from other engineering disciplines and applying mechanical engineering principles to their key challenges.
At the end of the course, you'll complete a research project in an area of your interest.
Throughout your studies, you'll develop the skills needed to undertake more advanced research, or pursue career opportunities in industries including the automotive and commercial sectors.
Professional accreditation
This degree is professionally accredited by the following organisation on behalf of the Engineering Council:
- Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.
With an accredited and integrated Master’s degree, you’ll fully meet the educational requirements for professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Becoming a Chartered Engineer can further enhance your career prospects and earning potential. It demonstrates your competencies and commitment to lifelong learning – providing you with recognition in your field and greater influence and opportunities.
As well as your main Imperial degree (MEng), you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.
Source: Imperial College London
Course details
Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Mechanical engineering
Start date
26 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
We recommend reviewing our course page for the latest information regarding the curriculum (including core and optional modules) and course structure, as this information may be subject to periodic change.
Imperial College London student reviews
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1st year student
2 years ago
SOOOO MANY CLUBS. Theyu2019re all free so many things to do and try out.
1st year student
2 years ago
London is alive thereu2019s lots to do and see which is nice! But it is all expensive!
1st year student
2 years ago
Iu2019m not sure on the support as I havenu2019t applied and looked but there is options. It is very expensive for the accommodation. The shops you have to be careful on what you buy a week. But that is London
1st year student
2 years ago
Each course has a wellbeing officer and mine is so nice! Thereu2019s a room to sleep in if needed as I have a health issue. Teachers are happy to explain things during a tutorial (where you can ask teacher anything and work with course mates)
1st year student
2 years ago
Library is very clean, only uni students can get it. The only problem is thereu2019s sometimes mice. My accommodation has 25 in a flat and the kitchen is disgusting! Iu2019m paying u00a3280 per week! Thereu2019s mould and Iu2019ve tried telling people to clean but I try and clean but it always gets ...
1st year student
2 years ago
Lecturers are generally really good. Some a lot better than the others. The structure is very good. I know whatu2019s next lecture and what to revise/write for next lecture. The only problem is some modules arenu2019t clear so I find YouTube a lot more helpful. You have to do a lot of your own work
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Imperial College London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Imperial College London students who took the Mechanical Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
92%
high
Teaching on my course
92%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
95%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
81%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
97%
high
Learning opportunities
91%
high
Learning opportunities
91%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
91%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
95%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
93%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
85%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
67%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
78%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
82%
med
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
89%
med
Organisation and management
95%
high
Organisation and management
95%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
92%
high
How well organised is your course?
98%
high
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
85%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
93%
high
Student voice
84%
high
Student voice
84%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
75%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
89%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
79%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Imperial College London. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Imperial College London graduates who took Mechanical Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£36.9k
First year after graduation
£47.1k
Third year after graduation
£57.7k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Mechanical Engineering.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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