Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year Beng (Hon)
Why study Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?
• Excellent student support from academic tutors, technical staff and student mentors in both practical and academic activities throughout all levels of study
- 96% of students on this course were positive about the learning resources provided (National Student Survey 2025)
• Professionally-accredited, design-led engineering curriculum emphasises developing understanding through application, with the opportunity to complete engineering des...
<strong>Why study Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?</strong><br/>• Excellent student support from academic tutors, technical staff and student mentors in both practical and academic activities throughout all levels of study<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 96% of students on this course were positive about the learning resources provided (National Student Survey 2025)<br/><br/><br/>• Professionally-accredited, design-led engineering curriculum emphasises developing understanding through application, with the opportunity to complete engineering design and analysis projects<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Teaching is supported by well-equipped laboratories and workshops with state-of-the-art software and excellent technical support plus all students receive a personal copy of SolidWorks CAD software<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Professional engineers regularly contribute to courses, and industrial visits provide insights into careers in professional engineering and you have the option of completing an industrial placement<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practically delivered degree utilising industry-standard software<br/><br/><br/><br/>• LJMU ranked 15th university in the UK for general engineering degrees (The Times UK University Rankings 2025) <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>About your course</strong><br/>Completing the professionally-accredited BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at Liverpool John Moores University will enable you to graduate with a Masters-level qualification plus advanced level skills and experience that will boost your career prospects and future earning potential.<br/><br/>On this BEng (Hons) degree course you will acquire an in-depth understanding of the scientific principles and advanced design technology as well as the problem-solving and management skills required to be a successful mechanical engineer.<br/><br/>Institution of Mechanical Engineers accreditation means your degree is a stepping stone towards registration as a Chartered Engineer. However if you perform particularly well in the first two years, you can transfer onto the MEng programme, which fully qualifies you to register.<br/><br/>This is one of the UKs leading engineering schools with a supportive staff team and excellent facilities including engine test facilities, materials testing laboratories and digital design studios, which you have full use of in practical sessions.<br/><br/>Links with national and international companies mean that the course is tailored to the needs of employers and, as an extension of this, we offer you the chance to undertake a years paid placement.<br/><br/><strong>Foundation Year</strong><br/>The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Mechanical Engineering honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. If you are a full-time UK student, you will qualify for student financial support for the full duration of your course (subject to eligibility criteria).
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
City Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
8M17
Institution Code
L51
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
88
Scottish Higher
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.
Access to HE Diploma
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy and Science. GCSE Equivalences accepted for English Language and Mathematics Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and o
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life (Core Maths)
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
A level
C,C,D
T Level
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications from a relevant subject.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £18,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |


































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