Mechanical Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year
University of Sheffield
UCAS Code: H304 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
University of Sheffield
UCAS Code: H304 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
including Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology
Access to HE Diploma
Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 42 at Distinction (to include Maths and Physics units), and 3 at Merit + Grade A in A Level Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with 6 in Higher Level Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths
Scottish Advanced Higher
AA in Maths and either Physics, Chemistry or Biology + AAAAB in Scottish Highers
T Level
Distinction in either the Maintenance, Installation & Repair for Engineering & Manufacturing or Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing & Control T Level, including grade A in the core component + A in A Level Maths
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
+ A*A in Maths and either Physics, Chemistry or Biology at A Level
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About this course
This degree covers the fundamental principles of engineering, and gives you the freedom to follow your own interests in your third and fifth years. You'll also spend a year putting what you've learnt into practice, working with real mechanical engineers in industry.
**There is a strong focus on engineering design and modelling throughout this course, which gives you plenty of opportunities to apply your theoretical knowledge to practical engineering problems.**
In the first two years you'll study the core subjects you need to be a successful mechanical engineer. We’ll embed that knowledge by applying it to open-ended projects, typical of the engineering industry.
The second half of the degree is about honing in on those areas you find most fascinating, choosing from a wide selection of engineering modules to reflect your interests and career aspirations. For example, you can stay with mechanical engineering or choose to specialise in biomechanics, and learn how to improve human health by integrating engineering with biomedical sciences and clinical practice.
Your academic study will be put into context with a year-long industry placement, between your penultimate and final year, where you’ll be challenged and moulded into an engineer. You’ll gain valuable experience applying this knowledge to the workplace, and this experience will give you an advantage and improve your employability prospects upon graduation.
Whichever challenge you meet, however you decide to tailor your degree, you’ll graduate as a specialist ready to make your contribution to the field.
**This course is seeking re-accreditation from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for 2024-25 entry.**
**Why study this course?**
- **Project-based learning** - our system of project-based learning integrates engineering science with practical projects. So, you’ll become comfortable and capable in tackling realistic, open-ended problems – which makes you a better engineer.
- **Personalised, tailored education** - as a large department with many academics, we offer a diverse selection of optional modules that cover the world-leading research undertaken within the department, empowering you to shape your degree by selecting subjects aligned with their interests.
- **Preparation for Practice** - this module gives you complete freedom to acquire the skills needed to set you apart when seeking employment opportunities.
- **Personal tutorials** - all our students are assigned a personal tutor from day one, someone who will be your point of contact for both pastoral and academic support throughout your studies. You’ll meet your tutor on a weekly basis throughout the first year to receive both pastoral and academic support. The small group academic tutorial system in your first year strengthens the student-tutor bond and helps you to develop as an independent learner.
- **Vibrant student and staff community** - our excellent ‘student voice’ is consistently recognised and rated highly in the National Student Survey (NSS). Students are encouraged to be involved and have a say in their own education and to work together with staff to improve their mechanical engineering programmes.
The Uni
University of Sheffield
Mechanical Engineering
What students say
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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.
What about your long term prospects?
Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
Mechanical engineering
The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.
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£35k
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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