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Mechanical Engineering

Study level:
Undergraduate
Awarded by:
University of East Anglia

Course summary

Overview
Engineering is all about the pursuit of solutions. Mechanical engineers play a vital role in the design and manufacture of almost anything with moving parts, from household appliances to renewable energy systems. This four-year course is your first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer and will foster your curiosity about how things work, refine your problem-solving skills and equip you for a rewarding career in a range of engineering sectors.

You’ll follow an integrated programme in your first year, building the knowledge, skills, and industrial connections you need to excel as an engineer. From Year Two, you’ll specialise in mechanical engineering, studying solid and fluid mechanics, control systems, and thermodynamics alongside design and manufacturing.

In your final year, you’ll work to a real-world industrial brief, using an interdisciplinary engineering approach. You’ll undertake visit the site, workshop designs, and write proposals for presentation to your client. Previous students have been offered employment based on their project work on this project.

As an engineering student at UEA you’ll have access to our industry-standard facilities in Productivity East, including computer aided design (CAD) stations, 3D printers, subtractive manufacturing technology, and collaborative robots. You’ll also be able to demonstrate your knowledge and potential to industry professionals through events like our annual Select Partnership Scheme.

Studying mechanical engineering at UEA means you’ll graduate with a rounded skillset and a deep-rooted understanding of your chosen discipline. You’ll be equipped to enter a fulfilling career in engineering or to enhance your learning with further study. What’s more, our award-winning careers service will offer support throughout your course and for three years after graduation.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
H11M
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB

including A in Mathematics and A in one of the subjects listed below. Contextual Offer: BBB including Mathematics and one of the subjects listed below. Accepted Subjects: Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

Modules to include either Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Mathematics OR Maths for Engineering Technicians and Further Maths for Engineering Technicians. A Distinction will be required in both modules OR A Level Mathematics at grade A will be required. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Contextual Offer: DDM. Modules to include either Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Mathematics OR Maths for Engineering Technicians and Further Maths for Engineering Technicians. A Distinction will be required in both modules OR A Level Mathematics at grade B will be required. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

including 12 credits in Mathematics and 12 credits in one other Science.

Scottish Higher - AAAAA

including Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology. Only accepted in combination with Scottish Advanced Higher grade B in Mathematics.

Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC

including grade B in Mathematics and grade B in Physics, Further Mathematics, Design Technology, Computing Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Geology or Biology.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points

including HL6 in Mathematics and HL6 in Further Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Design Technology or Computing Science.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.

T Level

Obtain an overall Pass including an A in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Accepted subjects are: Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing / Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control / Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing.

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 5 or B.

EA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information.

We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing) We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.

Learn more on the University of East Anglia UEA website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Student Outcomes

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85 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
International£27900Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees increase annually for all students in subsequent years of study. Any fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. Home undergraduate fees, whose rates are regulated by the UK Government, will be amended in line with any alteration advised by the UK Government. Fees not regulated by the UK Government will increase by a maximum of 4% or RPI-X whichever is the higher. RPI-X is the Retail Prices Index excluding mortgage interest.
For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

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