Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Top-Up)

Mechanical and manufacturing engineers design, create and refine mechanical systems to make affordable, efficient, cutting-edge products. Their work drives innovation, solves complex problems, and contributes to the development of essential goods and technologies in multiple industries.

Our practical one-year Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering BSc(Hons) top-up course allows you to build on your existing engineering foundation degree or HND to achieve a full honours degree qualification.

You’ll develop technical skills and knowledge through hands-on project work using specialist facilities, to help prepare you for your career.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE


• Exciting project work that mirrors industry.



• Learn with researchers with expertise in remanufacturing, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.



• Student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab – working to solve energy challenges.



• Specialist facilities include flight and car simulators, wind tunnel, prototyping labs and workshops, CNC machines, and robotics and VR labs.



• Professional engineers visit to share their experiences in guest lectures.



Making sure that what you learn with us is relevant, up to date and what employers are looking for is our priority, so courses are reviewed and enhanced on an ongoing basis. When you have applied to us, you’ll be told about any new developments through Student View.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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