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Tackle society’s latest engineering challenges head-on by building the skills you need to become a professional problem-solver.
Our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree provides a strong theoretical and practical foundation for those looking to open the door to one of the many career opportunities available to mechanical engineers. With project-based learning throughout, you’ll develop the transferable skills and multidisciplinary awareness that ar...
3 years full-time
4 years with placement
4 years part-time (1 day and same evening per week)
4 years with foundation year
EleanorIn my second year I was involved in a project led by Siemens, where I was able to gain exposure to industry software and the professional world of engineering, designing and optimising a factory to produce the required number of ventilators within a set period of time.
MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering degree provides the specialist knowledge and expertise required for a professional career in mechanical engineering. Project-based learning in all years, including live industry-led projects, will help you develop transferable skills and multi-disciplinary awareness.
Study mechanical engineering and in Year 1 of the degree we'll establish the fundamentals of engineering science, mathematics, and practical and project skills. In Year 2, you will further develop your scientific and analytical skills through study of solid mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and mechanical design principles. You will take on a specialist role in a multi-disciplinary group project and start detailed planning of your career. Specialist modules and projects in Year 3 – all of which are informed by the Department of Engineering’s active research and industrial partnerships – will give you experience of the latest engineering challenges faced by industry and society.
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027
Institution of Mechanical Engineers
The Institution of Engineering and Technology
Engineering Council
Whether you’ve already made your decision about what you want to study, or you’re just considering your options, there are lots of ways you can meet us and find out more about student life at Manchester Met.
We offer:
Your studies are supported by a department of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, experts in their chosen field.
We often link up with external professionals too, helping to enhance your learning and build valuable connections to the working world.
These typical entry requirements may be subject to change for the 2025/26 academic year. Please check back for further details.
UK and Channel Islands full-time foundation year fee: £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year (subject to Parliamentary approval). On progression to any linked degree course, the standard UK and Channel Islands tuition fee would apply. For 2025/26, this is £9,535 (subject to Parliamentary approval). Fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% per academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation.
EU and Non-EU international full-time foundation year fee: £21,500 per year. When progressing from the pre-degree foundation year to the linked degree. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study)
Full-time fee: £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year (subject to Parliamentary approval). Fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% per academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation.
Part-time fee: £1191.88 per 15 credits studied (subject to Parliamentary approval). Fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% per academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation. The total amount you pay each year may differ based on the number of credits studied.
Full-time fee: £21,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Part-time fee: £2687.50 per 15 credits studied. The fee per credit will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (eg no repeat years or breaks in study). The total amount you pay each year may differ based on the number of credits studied.
A degree typically comprises 360 credits, a DipHE 240 credits, a CertHE 120 credits, and an integrated masters 480 credits. For courses that offer a placement year option that starts in September 2025, the tuition fee is £1,907 (subject to Parliamentary approval). For courses that offer a study year abroad option that starts in September 2025, the tuition fee is £1,430 (subject to Parliamentary approval). Placement Year fees and study abroad fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% each academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation.
Part-time students may take a maximum of 90 credits each academic year.
Compulsory estimate: £80
Optional estimate: 300 - 700
Students often choose to use their own laptop or tablet on campus, although there are PCs on campus and students can also borrow laptops. Students may need a smartphone or wireless device to participate in interactive class quizzes and a scientific calculator for in-class use.
All personal protection equipment (PPE) and laboratory and workshop consumables are provided by the department.
All reports for assessment are submitted as electronic files. Any additional costs associated with assessments, eg poster printing, components, models, etc. will be paid by the department.
The costs of compulsory industrial visits are paid by the department. Students may have to contribute to the cost of optional or social trips. Students are expected to cover the costs of attending placement interviews and any additional travel/accommodation costs incurred whilst on placements.
The department will cover the costs associated with student membership of one professional body. Students will be expected to contribute to the cost of any additional memberships or enhanced membership status, and to the cost of any optional professional accreditation courses in the use of software packages, etc.
Costs for student-led projects and supported extra-curricular competitions, etc., will be paid by the department, subject to approval of a business case submitted by the students under the supervision of academic staff. Artefacts built for projects normally remain the property of the department, but students may be offered the opportunity to purchase them for the cost of the materials used.
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Money MattersOur mechanical engineering graduates occupy a variety of roles in engineering consultancies, manufacturing, aircraft design and manufacture, automotive and railway engineering, steel manufacturing, naval engineering, water companies, and the power and nuclear fuel industries.
Employers outside of engineering sectors also recognise the skills and problem-solving capacity of the engineering graduate, and there may be opportunities in sales, commissioning, finance, teaching and management, as well as roles managing technology to support a range of organisations.
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We've invested £115m into cutting-edge facilities and advanced technology to enhance your learning. With a newly refurbished computing labs and interactive study spaces, this redevelopment has been built to prepare students for the modern workplace.
You can apply for the full-time option of this course through UCAS.
UCAS code(s)H300 - BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
H308 - BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year
Institution code: M40
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