28Jun
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
Mechanical Engineering touches virtually every aspect of modern life. It’s at the forefront of developing new technologies for many industries including transport, healthcare, construction, and robotics. Our teaching and course content are informed by our research in diverse areas, including aerodynamics, fluid systems, transportation, manufacturing and sustainable development. This research is aided by our Mechanical Engineering Laboratory designed for the study of thermofluids, solid mechanics and dynamics. You will learn fundamental problem-solving skills by studying modules such as General Engineering Tools and Principles and Mechanical Design and Manufacturing. With modules such as Design and Project Management, Advanced Mechanical Materials and Professional Practice and Engineering Business Environment, you'll be equipped with the professional and transferable skills you need to work in industry. You can study Mechanical Engineering either as a three-year BEng (Hons) programme or as a four-year integrated master’s. At the end of year three, you have the option of graduating with a BEng or continuing your studies for a further year for a MEng, subject to meeting the progression requirements.
Modules
Year 1 Block 1: Engineering Tools and Principles 1 Block 2: Engineering Tools and Principles 2 Block 3: Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 1 Block 4: Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 2 Year Two Block 1: Mechanical, Energy and Aeronautical Tools and Principles Block 2: Dynamics, Instrumentation and Control Block 3: Mechanical Materials and Structures Block 4: Design and Project Management Placement Year (Optional) Year Three Block 1: Advanced Mechanical Materials and Professional Practice Block 2: Mechanical Energy Analysis Block 3 & 4 Project based modules choose one of: Modelling and Simulation Analysis, Programming and Simulation Materials and Design 3D Printing and FEM Block 4 Students must take the most relevant module to the option chosen in Block 3: Year Four (MEng) Block 1: Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods Block 2: Advanced Materials, Structures and Design Block 3: Advanced Mechanical Engineering Block 4: Group Project
Assessment method
All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review. Exact modules may, therefore, vary for your intake in order to keep content current. If there are changes to your course we will, where reasonable, take steps to inform you as appropriate. Study a range of topics including computer-aided design, thermodynamics and heat transfer, solid mechanics, dynamics and control, materials engineering and processing and fracture mechanics. Mechanical Engineering is taught by knowledgeable and experienced staff giving you the opportunity to gain a sound understanding of engineering principles along with the professional skills that will enable you to study successfully and embark on a rewarding career. A variety of techniques are used throughout the Mechanical Engineering course with an emphasis on lectures, supporting tutorials and laboratory classes. Student-centred learning takes place through the research and presentation of findings, report writing, individual and group assignments and practical work-based exercises to develop your skills and understanding.
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
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
T Level - M
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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