8Feb
UndergraduateDe Montfort University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This course can be a stepping stone towards one of our undergraduate Engineering degrees upon successful completion, and is a great place to start if you are returning to study. It is suitable for people from a wide range of backgrounds, including mature students and people looking for a change of career. Key features: Master core skills in science, mathematics, design and IT, and feel confident about starting the first year of your Engineering degree. Be taught by supportive academic experts and technicians from the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development. Develop your practical skills in our specialist facilities. Join student societies such as DMU Flyers and DMU Racing to meet like-minded people and further explore areas of engineering. Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow you to really engage with your learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know your course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.
Modules
Block 1: Engineering and academic skills Block 2: Electronic and mechanical principles Block 3: Engineering design Block 4: Engineering data analysis Note: These modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Exact modules may vary in order to keep content current. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review.
Assessment method
A variety of teaching techniques are used including lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes. You will also learn via research and presentation of findings and report writing. The course is taught by expert staff with many years of experience in teaching students who may find Mathematics and Physics difficult. Help and support is always available and there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and understand new concepts. Continuous assessment forms a major part of the course. Assessment methods include phase tests, weekly quizzes, laboratory experiments and a CAD assignment. Each block of study requires approx. 14 hours of contact time per week (84hrs per block), with an additional 120 hours of self study (approx.) required per block.
How to apply
29Jan
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
- Course code:
- H108
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Leicester Campus
- Campus code:
- Y
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 56 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16750 | Year 1 |
| International | £16750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
*subject to the government, as is expected, passing legislation to formalise the increase
Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government
Provider information
De Montfort University
The Gateway
Leicester
LE1 9BH