University of Huddersfield has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Mechanical engineering is vital to the functioning of many of the systems and products we rely on. Following completion of your Mechanical Engineering MEng at The University of Huddersfield, then, you may be able to choose from a wide range of rewarding careers. From renewable energy systems to critical medical appliances, you’ll have the chance to feel like you are making a difference. Why study Mechanical Engineering MEng at Huddersfield? The MEng qualification is intended to shorten your path to becoming a chartered engineer and enhance your leadership and management potential. In our Mechanical Engineering subject area, all of our degree programmes share the same first year of study, allowing you to leave your options open until the start of your second year. During your first and second year you'll take part in our initiative called EnABLE (Engineering in an Activity Based Learning Environment), which will see you take on projects to develop your technical knowledge and skills. The placement offers excellent real-world engineering experience to help you stand out at graduate interviews. In the fourth year, you will work on a selected individual research/design project with the support of your academic supervisor. In your fifth (Master's) year, you will take part in a team project involving the design, build and friendly competitive testing of either a road, airborne or rail vehicle. A vibrant town surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a friendly and diverse place from which to study, too, offering lots of things to do. Top 3 Reasons to Study Mechanical Engineering MEng at Huddersfield 1. Accreditation - This course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), fully meeting the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status (CEng). 2. Boosted Graduate Outcomes – 89% of graduates from this course were in work or further study 15 months after graduation* 3. Professional Experience – Previous students have spent their placement year at companies including Cummins, AP Racing, Rolls Royce and Siemens. *HESA Graduate Outcomes 18/19, UK domiciled.
Modules
Course modules are varied and include an optional placement year, several option modules, and the following core modules (amongst others): • Engineering Communication and Materials • Mathematics • Analysis of Materials.
Assessment method
During your first and second year you will be part of our programme: EnABLE (Engineering in an Activity Based Learning Environment). You will have the opportunity to get continual feedback through weekly SAIL (Score as I Learn) assignments so you will feel confident in your studies and be able to access support when you need it. Assessment of your progress is made through assignments, exams and individual project work, with the course being taught via lectures, seminars and tutorials. *based on the course structure for 2023 entry as at November 2021
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
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
- Course code:
- H303
- Institution code:
- H60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 136 - 128 points
A level - AAB - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
T Level - Not accepted
In addition to A2 Mathematics, A Levels must include one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Further and Additional Mathematics, Computer Science, Design and Technology: Product Design, or Statistics. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Engineering - please note that we do not accept BTEC Computing and Operations as a qualification for entry to this course. Please note that we do not accept T Levels for entry to this course for 2024. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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
| 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 | £16000* | Year 1 |
| International | £16000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
This information is for applicants applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2023/24. Information is subject to change resulting from the government review of higher education funding in England, and other potential policy changes. This webpage will be updated with 2024/25 tuition fees as information becomes available.
Tuition fees for UK students will cover the cost of your study at the University. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see our Fees and Finance page (https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/).
If you are an EU or International student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available (https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/).
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH