MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Placement

This integrated masters 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. 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 the 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. 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. You'll be career-ready with 95% of graduates from the course in employment or further study after 15 months.

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 subjectsMathematics and a science or technology subject.A-level and AS levels120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge CertificateWe accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.Access to HE Diploma120–128 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.BTEC NationalExtended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariffFoundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariffExtended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.Required subjects (vocational): An Applied Science or Engineering subject including, but not exclusive to; BTEC: Engineering, Adavcanced Manufacturing Engineering National Certificate (if also accompanies bu A-level Maths) or higherCambridge International Pre-U Diploma120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.Cambridge TechnicalExtended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariffIntroductory 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: EngineeringExtended Certificate (if also accompanies bu A-level Maths) or higherExtended Project QualificationWe accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.International Baccalaureate Certificates120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.International Baccalaureate (Diploma)An overall score of 31–33 points.Scottish Highers120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.Scottish Advanced Highers120–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers