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University of the West of Scotland

UCAS Code: H301 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

Entry requirements

A level

B,B,C

Including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English at Grade C/5 or above

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

32

including Maths and Physics

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H2,H3

Including Maths and Physics

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMM

in relevant subject

Scottish Higher

A,B,B,B

Including Maths and Physics, plus National 5 English at B.

T Level

M

For year 2 entry, in relevant subject

UCAS Tariff

114

including Maths and Physics

About this course

Course option

1year

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Mechanical engineering

OVERVIEW

Build a career in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries with UWS’s MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. You’ll develop knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and hone your practical skills through use of our industry-standard equipment and software for computer aided engineering design, manufacture, analysis and failure investigations. Increased emphasis is placed on sustainable engineering – establishing you as an attractive candidate to
prospective employers.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

• This programme focuses on the needs of industry to help you stand out in the competitive graduate employment market.
• Combining theory and practice, this programme covers scientific and engineering principles and the practical skills you’ll need for a successful engineering career.
• Guest lectures from industry professionals will deepen your understanding of the issues impacting the mechanical engineering industry.
• MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. The accredited MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• Paid placement and work experience opportunities are available on this programme.

PROGRAMME DETAILS

With over 100 years’ experience of training engineers, UWS’s professionally-accredited engineering programmes are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to meet industry demand and establish a successful career.

CAREERS

Opening up careers within stress analysis, vibration, performance, service, design and development and project management in the automotive, aerospace, offshore, energy, railways and shipbuilding sectors, UWS Mechanical Engineering graduates have secured employment with internationally-recognised organisations, including:
• Rolls-Royce
• ABB Alstom Power
• Intel
• Hoover
• Candy
• BioSil

Modules

Year 1
Engineering mechanics, materials and mathematics provide a foundation to engineering design. Professional and industrial studies are introduced alongside skills development in communications and IT technology.
Year 2
Topics include strength of materials, thermofluid mechanics, materials and manufacturing technology. The formal engineering design process and how it relates to engineering practice is introduced; as well as computer-aided technology, IT-related techniques and engineering management.
Year 3
Skills in design and applied mechanics are enhanced. Thermodynamics, rapid prototyping and experimental testing techniques; intelligent systems and control technologies; and advanced computer-based analysis and simulation techniques are introduced, along with project management skills.
Year 4
Applied mechanics in areas including plasticity, fracture and vibrations, build on previous studies. Composite structures and renewable energy systems and sustainability are introduced. Computer-aided engineering design is explored further and computational fluid dynamics introduced. You will undertake a major individual project.
Year 5
The fifth / MEng (Hons) year builds on the first four years and adds advanced fluid mechanics and CFD and advanced heat transfer topics as well as applied finite element analysis and structural integrity modules. You will also undertake a major group project.

Assessment methods

A variety of assessment approaches are utilised throughout the programme such as
examination, written coursework, portfolio and presentations

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£18,000
per year
International
£18,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£1,820
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

Extra funding

Visit www.uws.ac.uk/scholarships

The Uni

Course location:

Paisley Campus

Department:

Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

77%
Mechanical engineering

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Mechanical engineering

Teaching and learning

68%
Staff make the subject interesting
82%
Staff are good at explaining things
77%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
64%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

55%
Library resources
68%
IT resources
82%
Course specific equipment and facilities
59%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

93%
UK students
7%
International students
86%
Male students
14%
Female students
77%
2:1 or above
24%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

B
E
C

After graduation

The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Mechanical engineering

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£23,808
low
Average annual salary
88%
low
Employed or in further education
65%
low
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

35%
Engineering professionals
19%
Science, engineering and production technicians
8%
Sales assistants and retail cashiers

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.

£26k

£26k

£27k

£27k

£32k

£32k

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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