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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Mechanical Engineering

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mechanical Engineering course at University of East London.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

B,B,C

Including A2 Level Mathematics and Physics Grade D

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of East London. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Mechanical engineering
SubjectGrade
PhysicsC
MathematicsD
ChemistryD
BiologyC
EconomicsC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: H100

Here's what University of East London says about its Mechanical Engineering course.

Our BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering combines mathematics, science, technology, and management. Develop a robust understanding of general engineering principles and valuable transferable skills. Learn about industry-standard techniques. You will study computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA). You will focus on specifying, designing, and analysing mechanical engineering systems.

Create intricate mechanical systems, refining problem-solving skills tailored to meet industrial demands. Deepen your knowledge in core mechanical engineering disciplines. These include design analysis, dynamic systems, computational fluid dynamics, advanced materials, control systems, and sustainable energy technologies. Access cutting-edge equipment in well-equipped modern laboratories. Study material testing, fluid mechanics, dynamics, hydraulics, structures, CNC machining, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, electronics, electrical machines and power, and control systems. Use simulation and modelling application software. Make use of our strong industry connections to solve real-world challenges. Align your final year project with pioneering research conducted by our active mechanical engineering academics.

Source: University of East London

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Department

School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering (ACE)

Location

Docklands Campus | London

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mechanical engineering

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
International£15,560 per year

The modules you will study

Year 1: Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 1, Analytical Mathematics, Engineering Sciences, Mathematical Applications, Physical Sciences, Introduction to Computing, Human Biology, Mental Wealth: Professional Life, Engineering Materials, Engineering Principles, Applied Mathematics & Computing, Thermofluids, Engineering Mechanics. Year 2: Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2, Advanced Mathematics and Modelling, Engineering Design and Analysis, Dynamics and Control, Applied Mechanics, Thermofluids Dynamics, Industrial Sandwich Placement (optional).

Year 3: Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3, Capstone Project, Advanced Mechanics, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Turbomachinery and Energy Systems. For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.

How you will be assessed

Assessment is undertaken in various modes such as written assignments, laboratory reports, project reports and examinations. Assessment tasks are spread across the year to make the workload manageable.

Feedback is provided within 15 working days in line with UEL's assessment and feedback policy.

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3 star
11%
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1 star
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East 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 University of East London students who took the Mechanical Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

85%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

91%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

79%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

75%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

87%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

89%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

85%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

77%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

87%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

88%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

88%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

78%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

79%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

87%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

89%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

88%

high

How well organised is your course?

79%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

87%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

83%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

73%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

85%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

82%

high

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 University of East London. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Mechanical engineering
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female3%Male97%
Where students come from
International42%UK58%
Number of students140
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of East London graduates who took Mechanical Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.

Mechanical engineering

Graduate statistics

50%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

75%

In work, study or other activity

70%

Say it fits with future plans

60%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Engineering professionals

20%

Process, plant and machine operatives

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Skilled trades occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of East London graduates who took Mechanical Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Earnings

£26.3k

First year after graduation

£31.8k

Third year after graduation

£36.9k

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.

Source: LEO

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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