Course summary
You will develop the analytical thinking skills and principles of mechanical engineering employers are looking for. This programme will develop your knowledge to become a professional engineer, designing innovative products and services, as well as taking technical responsibility for complex engineering systems. You will develop competence in analysis and evaluation in order to problem solve. Employers contribute to the course content, so you will be learning the skills that meet the needs of your specialist industry. As part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) we have access to a partner employer network. The IET accreditation on behalf of the Engineering Council is available for those who progress and complete the BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (top-up). Graduates will benefit from being able to apply for professional status as a Chartered Engineer. You will be taught by a professional team of tutors with a range of specialist expertise - from Chartered Engineering to Nuclear Decommissioning and Design and Manufacture. This course is ideal for those who want to establish a career in the industry or progress in their current position.
Modules
The mandatory modules include: • Engineering Design • Engineering Maths • Managing a Professional Engineering Project • Mechanical Principles • Fluid Mechanics • Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines • Production Engineering for Manufacture • Quality and Process Improvement
Assessment method
The programme is assessed through a variety of methods, from written assignments, presentations and laboratory exercises.
How to apply
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:
- MEC1
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7500 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7500 | 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
Provider information
Wigan and Leigh College
PO Box 53
Parsons Walk
Wigan
WN1 1RS