Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)

Why study BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at BU?

  • 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 
  • 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 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.

Course accreditation 

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers to meet in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

BEng (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
4 years Duration
H305 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2025 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 120 - 128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications in 2 required subjects. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM.

Standard: Required subjects are Mathematics (or Physics) and a
Science or Technology subject

Vocational: An Applied Science or Engineering subject including but not exclusive to: Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma
BTEC Foundation Diploma/National Extended Certificate: if accompanied by A-Level Maths or Physics, or equivalent

CTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma
CTEC Foundation Diploma/Extended Certificate: if accompanied by A-Level Maths or Physics, or equivalent

T Level: Building Services Engineering for Construction if accompanied by Mathematics A Level (or equivalent)

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