Engineering (Top-up) (Q78) Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Engineering (Top-up) (Q78) Beng (Hon)
Build upon your existing vocational qualification to obtain an honours degree with this top-up Bachelor of Engineering. Designed for those with an OU Foundation Degree in Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification, it lets you tailor your final stage of study to your background and interests. You can develop advanced knowledge and skills in areas such as communications, design, electronics, environmental management, mathematics, mechanical modelling, nanoengineering, renewable energy or structural integrity. Alongside specialist modules, you’ll complete an engineering projec...
Build upon your existing vocational qualification to obtain an honours degree with this top-up Bachelor of Engineering. Designed for those with an OU Foundation Degree in Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification, it lets you tailor your final stage of study to your background and interests. You can develop advanced knowledge and skills in areas such as communications, design, electronics, environmental management, mathematics, mechanical modelling, nanoengineering, renewable energy or structural integrity. Alongside specialist modules, you’ll complete an engineering project that showcases your professional and technical capability. This top-up degree opens doors to wider career opportunities and professional recognition.<br/><br/><strong>Key features of the course</strong><br/>• Accredited on behalf of the Engineering Council<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Progress from your vocational qualification (e.g. HND) to an honours degree<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choose modules to fit with your previous study<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop your analytical skills – key to successfully studying engineering<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Prepare for further engineering study at postgraduate level<br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Distance Learning
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Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £2,600 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Scotland | £2,672 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Wales | £2,872 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Republic of Ireland | £7,696 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England | £8,176 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, Channel Islands, International | £8,840 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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