Our Product Design Engineering course blends design principles, ergonomics, engineering science and technology to create new products. This is integrated with manufacturing processes, technology and knowledge to turn designs into reality.
Product design engineering is the process of developing functional products for customers that can be then sold by businesses in competitive markets. It is fundamental to global market success and requires not only aesthetics and customer appeal, but also fitness for purpose and correct functionality, together with superior quality at a competitive price.
It is only when design is combined with a knowledge of the opportunities presented by new design tools, new materials and manufacturing processes, that innovative ideas may be exploited to their full potential. This linking of product design with manufacturing technologies is demanded by a wide range of industrial and commercial sectors, and is critical to allowing quality products to be designed and produced in the right quantities, to an appropriate level of quality, and at the right price.
It brings together detailed and versatile product design skills with an in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and technologies. By combining a thorough design education with a sound engineering base, our graduates are ideally placed to conceive and develop innovative designs and turn them into profitable products.
**What's the difference between MEng and BEng?**
The MEng Product Design Engineering course is aimed at the most ambitious of students who wish to develop high-flying careers within different industrial sectors and to become the future leaders of industry in companies concerned with the design and manufacture of consumer and industrial products. The MEng courses are the preferred route to achieving Chartered Engineer status.
The structure of the first two years are common between the BEng and MEng and provide you with design core skills, combined with manufacturing technology and processes modules. The application of design and the solution of consumer and industrial problems is a strong theme throughout the courses.
The MEng structure is distinct from the BEng courses in the third and fourth academic years, providing broadening and deepening of the design and engineering learning experience. It enables further development of the technical aspects and addresses the strategic and managerial challenge facing the implementation of new professional approaches in industry.
The MEng allows students to deepen their understanding of the role of product design engineering in both product and production development. Additionally, during the fourth academic year, MEng students from different degree courses are brought together in multi-disciplinary teams for a range of yearlong projects, to solve challenging industrially based problems at a number of different host companies.
Course Details - Modules
For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Lecture based modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and formal examinations taken at the end of each semester.
Project module assessments require written reports and technical presentations, preparing you for your subsequent career. In their third and fourth years, MEng students prepare a design and technical exhibition respectively.
The proportion of coursework assessment is approximately 30% to 50% depending on degree course, semester/year and optional modules.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Engineering Designers, Institution of
Engineering and Technology, Institution of
Mechanical Engineers, Institute of
How to Apply
26 January 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:
HHD7
Institution code:
L79
Campus Name:
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
AAA including Maths and either Physics, Design and Technology or Engineering.
If you are studying a Science A level and it includes a separate practical assessment, then you must also achieve a Pass in this assessment.
Not accepted - Foundation entry only
AA in Maths and Physics or Design & Manufacture, plus Highers at AAA in three other subjects
Grades Distinction Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering plus grades AA from 2 A Levels.
A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics.
Preferred BTEC subjects include: Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths and either Design Technology or Physics at HL
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: D*D*D* in a relevant subject plus A Level Maths at grade A.
A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics.
Preferred BTEC subjects include: Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
Grade Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering plus Grades AA from two A Levels.
A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Design and Technology, Engineering or Physics.
Preferred BTEC subjects include: Engineering, Manufacturing or Mechanical
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects or a combination of the Pre-U and A levels, provided a minimum of three subjects overall are taken. We recognise the benefit of the Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) course in developing independent study and research skills. While we would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions. However, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.
Loughborough accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/entrance-requirements/. This information details the general requirements and should be read in conjunction with the information given for each course.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
98%
Fees and funding
EU
25700.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
25700.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationary, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.
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