Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at Northumbria University is a MEng programme in Engineering over 72 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 72 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Introductory Mechanics\', \'Energy and the Environment\', \'Engineering Mathematics\', \'Applied Mechanics\', \'Manufacturing Technology\', \'Engineering Economics and Professional Skills\', \'Further Engineering Mathematics\', \'Energy Conversion Systems\', \'Computer Modelling and Design\', \'Advanced Mechanics\', \'Design for "X"\', \'Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer\', \'Applied Engineering Statistics\', \'Product Design and Development\', \'Advanced Stress and Structural Analyses\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Standard Entry
HNC/D in Mechanical and/or Product Engineering with a distinction in maths and mechanical sciences, Merits in electrical engineering and manufacturing. Evidence of design is required.Plus one of the following
International/English Language RequirementsInternational applicants are required to have one of the following English language qualifications with grades as shown below.- A British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 5.5
- Pearson Academic score of 54 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 51
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northumbria University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, which operates as Northumbria University, is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East of England. It has been a...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-01-09
- Language English
- Duration 72 months