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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary:

  • Study your foundation year before progressing to the main degree
  • Master industry-standard engineering skills that meet Engineering Council requirements.
  • Develop real-world experience with ongoing practical projects and the opportunity to take a paid year in industry.
  • Gain a well-rounded education in both theoretical and practical mechanical engineering.
Prepare for an exciting career with great employment prospects across a wide range of industries. You’ll benefit from our modern, industry-standard facilities and gain vital commercial experience through industry-focused projects and placement opportunities. Successful students will also have the opportunity to progress onto our prestigious MEng course, furthering their education and expertise. NOTE: BEng Mechanical Engineering and MEng Mechanical Engineering are taught together. How you learn: The course is suitable if you don’t meet the entry requirements for our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other engineering, maths and physics foundation year students, then move on to the degree. With online resources, high-quality laboratories and exceptional learning environments, you’ll be supported at every step. Our structured programme provides you with all the knowledge and skills you’ll need to carry out increasingly complex projects. As you progress, you’ll demonstrate your learning through regular assessment exercises. You’ll learn through:
  • group work
  • an individual project
  • activity-based learning
  • presentations
  • posters
  • technical reports
  • in-class assessments
  • multiple choice questions
  • exams
Applied learning - Work placements During your studies you’ll be encouraged to take advantage of our placement opportunities. We can help you arrange a year-long work placement between your second and third years of the main degree– giving you tangible on-site experience and preparing you for your future engineering career. Live projects As part of the course you’ll take part in the inspirational Engineering for People Design Challenge. Hosted by Engineers Without Borders, the project gives you a chance to work on real-world issues like water supply, energy and transport. By doing so you’ll embed global responsibility into your education and learn to place people at the heart of your designs. In the final year you’ll undertake a large individual project, giving you the chance to align your studies with your own aspirations. Students returning from placements often continue their working relationships with a work-based project, helping them take the next steps towards their chosen vocation. Networking opportunities We have a number of student engineering societies you can get involved in. We also encourage you to become a member of a professional body, such as the Institute of Mechanical Engineers. They’ll help you with career planning, further your engineering know-how, provide resources and support you with scholarship and award applications. Competitions You’ll be encouraged to take part in international engineering competitions. These may include Europe's most established educational engineering competition – IMechE Formula Student – as well as the IMechE Unmanned Aircraft Systems Challenge. Both competitions are backed by industry and have previously seen students compete against teams from all over the world. We also regularly compete in the Engineers Without Borders competition where in 2016 our students won the whole competition, claiming a two-week trip to Mexico City as their prize!

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Important notice: The structure for this course is currently being reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment are all likely to change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Once the changes have been confirmed, updated module information will be published on this page. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Electrical And Electronic Principles Engineering Investigations Foundation Mathematics 1 Functions And Calculus Fundamental Engineering Principles Fundamentals Of Materials And Manufacturing Year 2 - Compulsory modules Applied Engineering Mathematics Electro-Mechanical Engineering Practice Materials And Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Design And C.A.D. Principles Of Solid Mechanics And Dynamics Principles Of Thermodynamics And Fluid Mechanics Year 3 - Compulsory modules Applied Solid Mechanics And Dynamics Applied Thermodynamics And Fluid Mechanics Engineering Design Applications Maths And Control Mechatronics Professional Practice Year 4 - Optional modules Placement Year Final year - Compulsory modules Design Evaluation Methodology Engineering Project Management And Individual Project Further Thermodynamics And Fluid Mechanics Structural Mechanics And Finite Element Analysis Systems Engineering

Assessment method

Coursework Exams

How to apply

31Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We may also accept you, if you have no formal qualifications but can show evidence of ability and a genuine commitment to studying the subject. Some applicants may be invited to attend an informal interview with the course leader to ensure that the programme is suitable for themselves and their aspirations. UK students may be able to claim financial support for the course. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/engineering/beng-honours-mechanical-engineering-with-foundation-year/full-time

Additional entry requirements

Other

Some applicants may be invited to attend an informal interview with the course leader to ensure that the programme is suitable for themselves and their aspirations. Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2023 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/engineering/beng-honours-mechanical-engineering-with-foundation-year/full-time/

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/engineering/beng-honours-mechanical-engineering-with-foundation-year/full-time/

Unistats information

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £16655 Year 1
International £16655 Year 1

Additional fee information

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 is £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Our tuition fees for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £16,655 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS