
Engineering Beng (Hon)

Course Overview - Engineering Beng (Hon)
BEng Engineering is a one year programme designed to act as a route for students who wish to defer making a choice about a specialised engineering discipline. Students select eight courses from two or three engineering disciplines. At the end of Level 1, BEng Engineers transfer to Level 2 of their chosen programme. The aim of this programme is to enable students to sample a range of engineering disciplines before choosing their degree profile.
BEng Engineering is a one year programme designed to act as a route for students who wish to defer making a choice about a specialised engineering discipline. Students select eight courses from two or three engineering disciplines. At the end of Level 1, BEng Engineers transfer to Level 2 of their chosen programme. The aim of this programme is to enable students to sample a range of engineering disciplines before choosing their degree profile.
Why Choose Heriot-Watt University During Clearing?
Heriot-Watt are 2nd in the UK for undergraduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2024). You’ll have lifelong access to their award-winning Careers Service and join the oldest alumni association in the UK with over 166,000 members in 190 countries – The Watt Club.
A vibrant nightlife, eclectic food scene and plenty of shops and green space – Edinburgh has it all. It’s a safe and friendly city and a great place to be a student. That’s why it’s ranked UK’s 2nd best student-friendly city (QS Best Student Cities, 2025).
At Heriot-Watt, you can choose to study a...
Heriot-Watt are 2nd in the UK for undergraduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2024). You’ll have lifelong access to their award-winning Careers Service and join the oldest alumni association in the UK with over 166,000 members in 190 countries – The Watt Club.<br/><br/>A vibrant nightlife, eclectic food scene and plenty of shops and green space – Edinburgh has it all. It’s a safe and friendly city and a great place to be a student. That’s why it’s ranked UK’s 2nd best student-friendly city (QS Best Student Cities, 2025).<br/> <br/>At Heriot-Watt, you can choose to study a 3 Year honours degree by starting in Year 2, allowing you to complete the typical four-year Scottish Bachelor Honours degree in just three years whilst still enjoying the full Heriot-Watt student experience, including Welcome Week, Freshers events, and an introduction to your Personal Tutor.<br/><br/>Moving away from home is a big decision, which is why students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland are offered a £1,500 bursary. This no-strings-attached bursary means you can visit home anytime during your first year (or spend it on something else).<br/><br/>Register for your Heriot-Watt Priority Pass to make sure you are first in line when Clearing opens, or to chat with their friendly team.
Course Information
1 Clearing option 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
08/09/2025
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2025
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H100
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B
including one science (Chemistry or Physics depending on intended route) and Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
29
with Higher Level 5 in a relevant science (Chemistry or Physics depending on intended route) and Higher Level 5 in Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
For Year 1 Entry only: must be in Engineering including sufficient Physics and Maths. Electrical and Electronic Engineering is accepted for Electrical route.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Scottish HNC
Pass
HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and science) with A in graded unit.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and science) with AB/BA in graded units.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
B,B,C
B,B,B
must include Maths and relevant science at B. Relevant science is Chemistry (Chemistry / Chemical Engineering routes) OR Physics (all other routes).
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
Search Clearing Courses at Heriot-Watt University
Fancy a new challenge? Find the perfect course for you with our Clearing course search.
Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,008 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
Places at this University are still available through Clearing.
Secure your Clearing 2025 space at this uni with a click of a button. Call, register your interest or visit the uni's website today.