Kingston University
UCAS Code: H323 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
Mathematics and two Science-based subjects required (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Further Mathematics).
Access to HE Diploma
Equivalent of 128 UCAS points in a relevant Engineering subject which has been passed with all Maths and Physics units at Level 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Must include grade 5 in Maths and two Science subjects at Higher Level.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Equivalent to 128 UCAS points with a minimum of H2 from Maths and two Sciences.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Engineering or related subject such as Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Technology or Aviation Operations (must include Maths modules), Aerospace/Aeronautical, Electrical / Electronic Engineering (must include Maths module).
Equivalent of 128 UCAS points to include Maths and two Science subjects in Advanced Highers.
T Level
UCAS Tariff
UCAS points from 3 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications.
About this course
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- You'll obtain a strong theoretical background and excellent hands-on skills.
- Kingston offers the latest technology and industry-standard equipment, such as a 3D design studio, a mechanical engineering workshop, a material lab and automotive testing facilities.
- Through team-based design activities and industrially-based projects, you'll have lots of opportunities to enhance your communication skills and develop your ability to work collaboratively..
**About this course**
Mechanical Engineering at Kingston immerses you in a curriculum designed for the real world. You'll gain theoretical and practical knowledge in engineering design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, applied mechanics and electronics.
Our curriculum equips you with crucial skills in business and project management. Emphasising sustainable practices, the programme aligns with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, equipping you to tackle the pressing environmental and societal challenges of our time.
**Future Skills**
Embedded within every course curriculum and throughout the whole Kingston experience, Future Skills will play a role in shaping you to become a future-proof graduate, providing you with the skills most valued by employers such as problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability.
As you progress through your degree, you'll learn to navigate, explore and apply these graduate skills, learning to demonstrate and articulate to employers how future skills give you the edge.
At Kingston University, we're not just keeping up with change, we're creating it.
**Career opportunities**
Graduate destinations include Jaguar Land Rover, Ford, Rolls-Royce, Formula 1, McLaren, Williams F1, and Vauxhall.
Modules
Example modules:
– Engineering Mechanics, Structures and Materials
– Automotive Systems I and II
– Automotive Aerodynamics and Structural Analysis
To view the full list of modules, please visit the University course webpage.
Assessment methods
Teaching includes lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical laboratory sessions, backed up by design classes, workshops and site visits.
Assessment methods are usually split between exam and continuous assessment coursework (eg reports, computer exercises, laboratories and essays). Some modules are assessed by coursework only.
Tuition fees
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Kingston University
Department of Mechanical Engineering
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Top job areas of graduates
We're short of engineers in a lot of areas and mechanical engineering is no exception. Mechanical engineers are in demand across multiple industries, with vehicle manufacturing most popular, with roles especially common in design and manufacturing. Other important sectors include aerospace, the oil and gas industry, consultancy and defence. Jobs are all around the country, with London, the Midlands, Scotland and the South East the most likely places for a new mechanical engineer to find work at the moment, and starting salaries are good. Although large employers are much the most likely place to get work, some of the most challenging, cutting edge jobs are with small niche engineering firms, so keep your eyes peeled if you want something a little different. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.
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Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
Mechanical engineering
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