Degree benefits

• Our top-quality laboratory and testing facilities include, amongst others, materials testing equipment, wind tunnels, two large wave tanks and an array of engine test cells.
• You will benefit from our internationally renowned research expertise as this cutting-edge knowledge is passed on to you through our teaching.
• Although not the primary objective, our programmes are proving extremely successful in training graduates for employment in the fields of commerce, banking and management consultancy.
• The programme is highly respected both within the UK and abroad. It is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and meets the educational requirements to obtain Chartered Engineer status.

Careers

• The programme aims to equip you with the fundamental analytical and design skills necessary to become a professional mechanical engineer in your chosen field of employment; together with a sound knowledge of management, finance, and business administration subjects which are necessary for management and the commercial departments of engineering companies.
• Your career options can be in a variety of fields including aerospace, railways, motor vehicle design, manufacturing and medical engineering. The programme also equips you with the skills to secure a job in commerce, banking, and management consultancy.
• Our policy is to provide you with the opportunity to develop relationships with relevant employers, through links with industry and internships. This puts you at a considerable advantage when seeking employment after your degree.