BEng Hons Mechanical Engineering

at University of Bedfordshire

You will begin by studying the underpinning skills and knowledge which will enable you to choose specialist mechanical engineering modules later on in the course, gaining a thorough background in mathematics, engineering science, structural mechanics and dynamics.

In years 2 and 3 you will study modules with an emphasis on the operating principles and system design of systems like thermal pumps, wind and solar energy technologies and power generation followed by specialist advanced units. Individual and group lab work, the opportunity to compete with other universities in the UAV payload competition, and projects focusing on renewable energy technologies will hone your skills in analysis, development and project management.

Why choose this course?
This course develops your employability skills by combining practical and theoretical study to familiarise you with industry-standard facilities. Practical industry sessions and opportunities for an industry placement year will place your study in the real world and develop your industry connections, enhancing your career prospects in the exciting world of Mechanical Engineering.

Choose BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering and:

• Learn technical skills and gain practical experience through sessions with local industries including aircraft maintenance, thermal pumps and vehicle R&D and manufacture.
• Study a course in close collaboration with local industry, giving you opportunities for both short-term projects and a valuable placement year.
• Develop your skills using our excellent industry-standard facilities including high-end equipment, machines and testing workspaces.
• Explore career opportunities and enrich your employability skills through a placement year with nearby companies.
• Challenge yourself to participate in exciting competitions with a focus on renewable energy and power generation, developing your individual and team working skills.
• Benefit from the opportunity to collaborate with local companies either on campus or in nearby company workshops.

Unit Information - What will I learn?
Units

• Engineering Design And Manufacture (CIS087-1) Compulsory
• Engineering Mathematics (CIS034-1) Compulsory
• Introduction To Software Development (CIS020-1) Compulsory
• Mechanics And Heat Transfer (CIS088-1) Compulsory
• Dynamics, Measurements And Control (CIS108-2) Compulsory
• Engineering Structure, Materials And Analysis (CIS106-2) Compulsory
• Fluid Dynamics, Thermofluids And Modelling (CIS107-2) Compulsory
• Thermal Systems And Applications (CIS109-2) Compulsory
• Power Cycles And Power Systems (CIS037-3) Compulsory
• Research Methodologies And Project Management (CIS036-3) Compulsory
• Sustainable Energy Technologies (CIS038-3) Compulsory
• Undergraduate Project (CIS017-3) Compulsory
   

The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2022/23 is £13,500 per year. A prompt payment discount is available if you pay the full Year 1 fee before or at registration. There are also special scholarships available.

How will this course improve my career prospects?

General graduate trainees leading to long-term and more specialised positions as mechanical engineering engineers ranging from product design and/or development, systems optimisation, quality control to customers services in engineering sectors including aerospace, energy, power generation or automobile industry.