Course Summary

This accredited integrated master's is your fastest route to becoming a Chartered Engineer. You will develop the scientific, mathematical and technical skills to design advanced machines such as driverless cars. You’ll develop advanced in-demand skills through industrial design projects, an additional year of study and optional placement year. This course is suitable for individuals who relish problem-solving and have a strong desire to design and optimise advanced machines (be they driverless cars, high-speed trains, robotic manufacturing systems, tidal power stations or solar-powered generators) through the novel application of science and mathematics. This MEng Mechanical Engineering undergraduate programme encourages critical thinking and foster curiosity through both teamwork and independent study. The design exercises provide the opportunity for students to be engaged in cross-disciplinary challenges, preparing the way for tackling larger problems that span traditional engineering boundaries. The courses are led by academic staff from our active Research Centres, supported by specialist professionals from industry. This degree encompasses the disciplines of material sciences, thermodynamics, solid and fluid mechanics and robotics. Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, it is your quickest way to achieve Chartered Engineer status. You’ll develop the skills and expertise to design and build advanced machines, such as: - driverless cars - high-speed trains - robotic manufacturing systems - tidal power stations - solar-powered generators. A fourth year at master’s level prepares you for professional practice through an in-depth individual design project and a focus on business and management. - Apply your interest in science and mathematics to solve engineering challenges and develop innovative solutions - Learn from academic staff from our active Research Centres, supported by specialist professionals from industry - Study in specialist facilities including our flight deck, motion simulators, wind tunnels, optical compressors, formula car simulator and more - Boost your employability with a work placement – past hosts have included TfL, Nissan, Interserve, AECOM and Network Rail - Benefit from our industry connections and outstanding reputation from 120 years of engineering teaching. Students are strongly encouraged to undertake a 12 month placement at the end of year three. Students are paid while on placement and are visited by their personal tutor during this time. Following placement, students more fully appreciate the context and relevance of their university studies and gain a greater understanding of the industry they are about to join. Placements are a fantastic way to gain professional experience in a relevant field as part of your degree. Undertaking a placement year could also count towards the experience requirement for a professional engineering qualification. In recent years Mechanical Engineering students have been able to obtain placements at leading companies within their chosen field such as TfL, Nissan, Gamma, G2 Energy, Interserve, AECOM and Network Rail. Mechanical Engineering graduates work in industries such as transport, power generation, manufacturing, automotive and energy. Our recent graduates have obtained posts within Ford, Howden, Delphi Diesel Systems, AVL, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, Tube Lines and Holroyd.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Build a firm foundation in mathematics, engineering, physics, electronics and computing, with our shared engineering first year. - Mathematics I (20 credits) - Engineering Science (20 credits) - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics I (20 credits) - Solid Mechanics (20 credits) - Electronics (20 credits) - Design I (20 credits) - Personal & Professional Development (5 credits) Year 2 Specialise in mechanical engineering with modules including fluid mechanics and thermodynamics, structural mechanics, and measurement and data. Complete your first mechanical engineering group design project. - Mathematics II (20 credits) - Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics II (20 credits) - Structural Mechanics (20 credits) - Mechatronics (20 credits) - Measurement and Data Analysis (20 credits) - Design II: Mechanical (20 credits) Year 3 Deepen your expertise in mechanical design with modules including mechatronics and control, structural analysis and engineering management. Complete a second group design and independent design projects. - Analysis of Structures and Materials (20 credits) - Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer (20 credits) - Mechatronics and Control (20 credits) - Engineering Management, Reliability and (20 credits) - Individual Project and Design (40 credits) Year 4 Transition from academic study to professional practice with a significant engineering design project. Choose from: European Global Product Design (EGPR), Formula Student, Aircraft Design Project or Gas Turbine project. - Advanced Heat Transfer (20 credits) - Advanced Structural (20 credits) - Design IV: Mechanical (40 credits) - Advanced CFD (20 credits) - Gas Turbine Engineering (20 credits) - Vehicle Propulsion (20 credits) - Robotics Imaging and (20 credits) - MEngIndividual Project (Stage 4) (20 credits)

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment is by coursework and examinations. Group learning and communication skills are addressed through design studies and presentations. Practical and technical skills are assessed through laboratory work, data analysis and project reports. Grades obtained in each year count towards the final degree classification, with increasing weight given to the later years. The balance of assessment by examination, practical examination and assessment by coursework will to some extent depend on the optional modules you choose. The approximate percentage of the course assessment, based on 2018/19 entry is as follows: Year 1: - Written examination: 63% - Coursework: 37% Year 2: - Written examination: 60% - Coursework: 40% Year 3: - Written examination: 47% - Coursework: 53% Year 4: - Written examination: 39% - Coursework: 61%

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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: H304

Institution code: C60

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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

to include A Level Mathematics

to include A Level Mathematics

We welcome applications that include the EPQ. Where relevant, this may be included in our offer, resulting in an ‘A’ Level offer reduced by one grade.

34 points total, including Higher Level Mathematics at grade 6 OR 34 points total, including Higher Level Physics/Biology/Chemistry at grade 6 and Standard Level Mathematics at grade 7.


If you are an overseas applicant, you must apply for an ATAS Certificate as part of the acceptance process onto this course. If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to take a foundation programme first. These programmes are designed to prepare students for entry to City's undergraduate courses.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 74%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
EU 19770.0 Year 1
International 19770.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

Northampton Square
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