BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year

This degree develops high-calibre engineers who are able to function both as an engineer and a technology leader in sectors such as aerospace, marine, automotive, alternative energy, oil and gas, and other high-tech industries. On this course you will be taught by a range of staff with relevant expertise and knowledge appropriate to the content of the unit. This will include senior academic staff, qualified professional practitioners, demonstrators, technicians and research students. You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from industry. Choose to take the course as either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering) qualification .As well as giving you a solid grounding in engineering, the course provides an inspirational insight into emerging technologies within the sector and how to apply them to real-world situations .Learn from industry-seasoned academics, practitioners and guest speakers .You’ll have access to state-of-the-art Innovation Centre, a designated space for Design and Engineering students .Take part in a career-affirming minimum 30-week period in a work placement, helping you to make contacts and boost your potential within the profession. Within 15 months of graduating, 90% of our students are in employment or further study. Exhibit your work at the Festival of Design & Engineering, one of BU’s longest running events, giving the public and potential employers an insight into your work.

This course requires 120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels in required subjects or equivalent. Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs) GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies. Required subjects Mathematics and a science or technology subject. A-level and AS levels 120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels in required subjects. Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Access to HE Diploma 120–128 UCAS tariff points in a required subject with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades. BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent Foundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Required subjects (vocational): An Applied Science or Engineering subject including, but not exclusive to; BTEC: Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering National Certificate (if also accompanies bu A-level Maths) or higher Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects. Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit in an Engineering Extended Certificate (if also accompanied by A-level maths) or higher (120 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Required subjects (vocational): An Applied Science or Engineering subject including, but not exclusive to; CTEC: Engineering Extended Certificate (if also accompanies bu A-level Maths) or higher Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff. International Baccalaureate certificates 120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates. International Baccalaureate Diploma An overall score of 31–33 points. Scottish Highers 120–128 tariff points from Scottish Highers in required subjects. Scottish Advanced Highers 120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers. T Levels Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) in Building Services Engineering for Construction if accompanied by Mathematics A Level (or equivalent) Foundation Year entry requirements Numeracy and literacy requirements GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 For September 2024 entry 48–72 UCAS tariff points. IELTS - 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component. TOEFL iBT - Overall 60