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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year
University of Nottingham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year course at University of Nottingham.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Physics | B |
| Chemistry | B |
| Further Mathematics | B |
| Economics | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: H30W
Here's what University of Nottingham says about its Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year course.
Do you want to solve complex problems and shape a more sustainable, efficient future? Our BEng Mechanical Engineering degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to make a difference in industries ranging from aerospace and renewable energy to medicine and Formula 1. Mechanical engineering innovations touch every part of our lives, from the cars we drive to how our food is processed.
With outstanding graduate outcomes, competitive salaries and diverse career opportunities in industries such as renewable energy, manufacturing and aerospace, this degree prepares you to stand out.
This is a three-year course and you will spend your second year studying abroad. High-performing BEng students can transfer to the MEng at the end of the second year, offering even more opportunities for advanced study and professional development.
As a BEng Mechanical Engineering student, you'll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities - including robotics labs, immersive VR teaching suite and 3D printing techniques - and apply your knowledge through individual and group projects.
Why choose this course?
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Top 15 in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (The Times and Complete University Guide 2024)
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Globally ranked among the top 100 universities for Engineering & Technology (QS World University Rankings 2024)
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First UK engineering department to achieve the Athena SWAN Gold Award for gender equality
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7th in the UK for Research Power (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
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Accredited by leading professional bodies including IMechE and IED
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Exceptional career prospects with competitive graduate earnings (Discover Uni 2021-22)
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Practical learning through innovative modules and real-world projects
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Flexibility to specialise in areas like aerospace, automotive, sustainability and more in your final year
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Opportunities to engage in impactful research in sustainable energy and advanced materials
Important information This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.
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Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Department
Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering
Location
University Park Campus | Nottingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time with time abroad
Subjects
• Mechanical engineering
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Mechanical-Engineering-including-an-Integrated-Study-Abroad-Year-BEng-Hons-U6UMECHEY2.html
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Nottingham
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 Nottingham students who took the Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
66%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
90%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
87%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
82%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
72%
med
Assessment and feedback
72%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
52%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
79%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
75%
med
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
83%
med
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
67%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
86%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
79%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
72%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
84%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
89%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Nottingham graduates who took Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
94%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
88%
In work, study or other activity
82%
Say it fits with future plans
66%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
64%
Engineering professionals
8%
Business and public service associate professionals
6%
Information Technology Professionals
5%
Finance Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Nottingham graduates who took Mechanical Engineering including an Integrated Study Abroad Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£30.3k
First year after graduation
£36.5k
Third year after graduation
£44.5k
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 including an Integrated Study Abroad Year.
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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