
Mechanical Engineering Meng (Hon)
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering Meng (Hon)
Engineers serve as practical innovators, addressing global and daily issues. Gain knowledge from experts at a renowned UK technical university.
Course outline
Aston Universitys IMechE-accredited* mechanical engineering program ensures your readiness for a prosperous post-graduation career. Mechanical engineers play a pivotal role in virtually all man-made creations, resulting in a growing demand for professionals in this field. Upon completion, youll possess the expertise and skills required to excel in global engineering challenge...
<strong>Engineers serve as practical innovators, addressing global and daily issues. Gain knowledge from experts at a renowned UK technical university.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course outline</strong><br/><br/>Aston Universitys IMechE-accredited* mechanical engineering program ensures your readiness for a prosperous post-graduation career. Mechanical engineers play a pivotal role in virtually all man-made creations, resulting in a growing demand for professionals in this field. Upon completion, youll possess the expertise and skills required to excel in global engineering challenges. This program encompasses not only technical and scientific subjects but also valuable skills in project management, teamwork, commercial awareness, and leadership.<br/><br/><strong>Key benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Excellent prospects – Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Mechanical Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Mechanical Engineering (Guardian, 2025)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Experiential learning - Design, build and race at Silverstone a single-seat racing car in IMechE’s national competition, Formula Student.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Where can this degree take me?</strong><br/><br/>The transferable skills that our mechanical engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:<br/><br/><br/>• Graduate mechanical engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Performance engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Solutions architect<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Development engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Business data analyst<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Mechanical design engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Project engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Structural engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as the Royal Navy, BAE Systems, BMW Group, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), NHS, Mott MacDonald, Tata Consultancy Services, and Balfour Beatty.<br/><br/><strong>Professional accreditation</strong><br/>*This programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2026.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H301
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
D:15,M:30,P:0
15 Distinctions and 30 Merits at level 3 including at least 15 credits at Level 3 in Mathematics and 15 credits at Level 3 in STEM (a) subject units. STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
29
with 5, 5, 4 in Higher Level subjects including Mathematics and another STEM (a) subject. STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Any subject: DDM + grade B in A Level Maths QCF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians RQF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics. For other BTEC combinations please check the Aston website.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or Literature Grade C/4 and Mathematics Grade C/4.
A level
B,B,C
C,C,C
BBC: including grade B in Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Standard offer BCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject & if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B CCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer) STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
T Level
D
The following T levels are accepted qualifications for this course: - Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Building Services Engineering for Construction - Onsite Construction - Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing - Engineering Manufacturing Processing and Control - Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |