Mechanical Engineering MEng

Why study MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at BU?

  • 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.    

Course accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) as fully meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for the 2025-2029 intake years.

MEng Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
4 - 5 years Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2026 entry: 120–136 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBB–AAB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DDM) and T Levels (Merit).

Required subjects: 

A Level: Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject

BTEC: Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering National Certificate (if also accompanied by A-level maths) or higher

CTEC: Engineering Extended Certificate (if also accompanied by A-level maths) or higher

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

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