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Mechanical Engineering (with foundation year) at University of Hull - UCAS

University of Hull

Degree level: Undergraduate

Mechanical Engineering (with foundation year)

Course summary

Unlock solutions to improve people’s lives, from challenges in aerospace, engineering, or manufacturing, to the medical sector. Using project-based learning, you’ll be a trainee engineer from the start. You’ll plan, build and test prototypes in response to a range of stimulating briefs. And you can build on your knowledge and skills with our range of extracurricular options. The Foundation Year is an extra year of study at the start of your degree. It’s designed to boost your academic skills and knowledge of your specialist area. When you successfully complete it, you can transfer seamlessly into the full degree programme. Like all our Engineering courses, Mechanical Engineering shares a common first year, which means you can choose to switch to a different pathway in your second year. It also offers a four-year Integrated Masters (MEng) option. This lets you study a year at postgraduate level on top of your degree. Why study at Hull?

  • Train using industry-standard facilities: From our F1 racing simulator to our robotics labs, our facilities will give you a competitive edge when it comes to showcasing your skills and experience to employers.
  • 100% employability: A perfect 100% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating,¹ putting the hands-on experience they gained here to good use.
  • You’re entering Chartered territory: Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering Technology, this degree puts you on the pathway to Chartered Engineer status.
Where could this take me? Mechanical engineers are highly valued by a range of industries, including nanotechnology, aerospace and windfarms. You’ll learn transferable skills as well as technical knowledge that employers are looking for. Thanks to our accreditations, you’ll be well on your way to becoming an Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineer when you graduate. We’re in the process of becoming accredited by the Women in Engineering Society too. Previous Hull graduates have secured roles with BAE Systems, British Energy, Williams F1 and Rolls Royce. ¹ (Mechanical Engineering) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2020/21, published by HESA June 2023.

Modules

Core modules include Mathematics for Engineers Practical Skills for Engineers Programming and Control Thermofluids Power Systems Business Management and Societal Engagement for Engineers Machine Learning Smart Grids Robotics and Automation Digital and Embedded Systems Design Foundation Year modules: Preparing for Learning in Higher Education Foundation Mathematics A & B Introduction to Physics 1 & 2 Group Challenge (Engineering and Technology)

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Engineering and Technology, Institution of
  • Mechanical Engineers, Institution of

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
H302
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSE Maths at grade 6/B. Equivalent qualifications are not accepted. The foundation year is designed for applicants whose qualifications and experience do not allow direct entry to the undergraduate degree. We expect applicants to demonstrate an experience of a related subject and an aptitude for academic work which may be determined by an essay and/or interview alongside the application. For applicants with Level 3 qualifications, we will usually require a minimum of 80 points.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
50%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
65%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
International £17500 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Mechanical Engineering (with foundation year) at University of Hull - UCAS