Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Study Mechanical Engineering at Aston University and develop the technical and practical skills needed to design and manufacture engineering systems. This course combines applied, project-based learning with industry-informed teaching.
* Strong foundation across design, manufacturing and applied mechanics
* Hands-on learning through labs and engineering challenges
* Optional placement year providing industry experience
* Development of Aston Power Skills alongside technical expertise
Students have completed placements with organisations i...
Study Mechanical Engineering at Aston University and develop the technical and practical skills needed to design and manufacture engineering systems. This course combines applied, project-based learning with industry-informed teaching.
* Strong foundation across design, manufacturing and applied mechanics
* Hands-on learning through labs and engineering challenges
* Optional placement year providing industry experience
* Development of Aston Power Skills alongside technical expertise
Students have completed placements with organisations including Jaguar Land Rover, Bosch and Caterpillar.
Graduates have progressed into roles such as mechanical engineer and design engineer at organisations including Rolls-Royce and Siemens.
Integrated master’s (MEng) option available for advanced technical study and progression towards chartered engineer status.
Course Information
2 option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-14
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A30-C30
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
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 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
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
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 15.0, offer-merit: 30.0, offer-pass: 0.0
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.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or Literature Grade C/4 and Mathematics Grade C/4.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
achieving 5, 5, 4 at 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)
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.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £22,575 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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