Mechanical Engineering
University of Bedfordshire
UCAS Code: H300 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
University of Bedfordshire
UCAS Code: H300 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
must include A-level Mathematics
112 UCAS Tariff points, must include Mathematics/Engineering
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
must include Mathematics/Engineering
112 UCAS Tariff points, must include Mathematics/Engineering
UCAS Tariff
must include A-level or equivalent in Mathematics
About this course
This course offers you the in-depth technical training you need to begin your career as a practising mechanical engineer. You practise in our on-campus labs as well as in those belonging to local industry partners, giving you the opportunity to develop or contribute to real-world solutions around transportation, energy, power generation and manufacturing. You gain a thorough background in engineering science, structural mechanics and dynamics before moving onto specialist advanced units including sustainable energy systems.
**Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement**
- Our course is designed to meet the requirements of the Institution of Mechanical Engineering (IMechE), opening up career opportunities in industries ranging from manufacturing and energy to consultancy and design.
**Facilities and Specialist Equipment**
- Access to our modern STEM building with a range of laboratory facilities including general engineering.
- Specialist mechatronics and product design labs with solder stations, 3D printers and an extensive range of manufacturing tools.
- Cutting-edge equipment provided by leading suppliers such as National Instruments and Rohde & Schwarz.
- Industry-standard software suites, from AutoCAD and Ansys to MATLAB, DesignBuilder and COMSOL Multiphysics.
**Partnerships and Collaborations**
- Take on real-world work projects in collaboration with industry partners such as The Welding Institute, Jaguar Land Rover and Grippatank.
**Your Student Experience**
- Our hands-on approach gives you both the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to tackle a range of business and customer needs.
- Take part in field trips to industry leaders like Jaguar Land Rover, Jaltek Systems and the London Automotive Show.
- Learn from guest speakers at the forefront of the field in our regular interactive demonstrations and lectures.
- Get involved in opportunities such as the UAV payload competition, designed to enhance your analytical and project management skills.
- Benefit from the support of dedicated academic success tutors.
- Our industry-experienced academics are involved in real-world research and consultancy, keeping their teaching at the cutting edge of developments in the field.
Modules
Areas of study include:
- Engineering Design and Manufacture
- Engineering Mathematics
- Introduction to Software Development
- Mechanics and Heat Transfer
- Dynamics, Measurements and Control
- Engineering Structure, Materials and Analysis
- Fluid Dynamics, Thermofluids and Modelling
- Thermal Systems and Applications
- Power Cycles and Power Systems
- Research Methodologies and Project Management
- Sustainable Energy Technologies
- Undergraduate Project
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The Uni
Luton Campus
School of Computer Science and Technology
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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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