Mechanical Engineering BEng
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering BEng
Step into the future of engineering with our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering.
Apply for the Future Talent Scholarship. Upon successful application, you may receive up to £5,000 to support the cost of your studies, along with 12 week paid work experience and guaranteed interview (subject to security clearance) with BAE Systems (Barrow) at the end of your degree.
This programme is your gateway to becoming a skilled, confident, and future-ready engineer. Designed in collaboration with BAE Systems and shaped by real-world industry needs, this degr...
Step into the future of engineering with our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering.<br/><br/><strong>Apply for the Future Talent Scholarship. Upon successful application, you may receive up to £5,000 to support the cost of your studies, along with 12 week paid work experience and guaranteed interview (subject to security clearance) with BAE Systems (Barrow) at the end of your degree.</strong> <br/><br/>This programme is your gateway to becoming a skilled, confident, and future-ready engineer. Designed in collaboration with BAE Systems and shaped by real-world industry needs, this degree combines rigorous academic theory with hands-on, project-based learning. Study in purpose-built facilities equipped with the latest technology—from robotics and 3D printing to CAD and automation systems—and benefit from close links with leading employers and expert academic staff.<br/><br/>Youll graduate with the tools and experiences needed to make an immediate impact in the engineering world. With opportunities for scholarships, paid placements, and career-enhancing projects, your journey to a rewarding engineering career starts here.<br/><br/>The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering programme is a future-focused degree developed in collaboration with BAE Systems, one of the UK’s leading engineering companies. It is designed to provide you with a robust foundation in mechanical engineering principles while immersing you in the latest developments in manufacturing technologies and digital innovation.<br/><br/>Throughout the course, youll explore key areas such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, control systems, materials science, and mechatronics. Your learning journey will be brought to life through engaging, problem-based projects and practical laboratory work. In your second and third years, youll deepen your knowledge with modules in digital manufacturing, applied mechatronics, advanced materials, automation, and operations management. Youll also have the opportunity to undertake an Integrated Engineering Project, tackling real-world engineering challenges in a team setting.<br/><br/>Thanks to our partnership with BAE Systems, you may be eligible for a generous scholarship, a bursary of £5,000, a 12-week paid industry placement, and a guaranteed interview (subject to security clearance and eligibility criteria) – giving you a competitive edge before you graduate. You’ll learn from experienced lecturers and benefit from strong industry connections that ensure your education stays aligned with emerging engineering trends.<br/><br/>**On this course you will...<br/>• Study in a brand-new purpose built facility that has been designed to include all of the modern equipment and resources you need to make a success of your course.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from engaging with stakeholders from local and national employers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study a degree that was designed in collaboration with BAE so that you can be equipped with all of the knowledge and skills that employers really need.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Have the opportunity to apply for the Future Talent Scholarship. Upon successful application, you may receive up to £5,000 to support the cost of your studies, along with 12 week paid work experience* and guaranteed interview* with BAE Systems (Barrow) at the end of your degree. (*subject to security clearance)
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Barrow-in-Furness
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B117
Institution Code
C99
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
To include 32 points from one of the following; Design and Technology, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics Chemistry, Computer Science or Electronics. It would be advantageous to have studied two of these subjects.
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B
A,A,B,B
To include 32 points in in at least one of Design and Technology, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics Chemistry, Computer Science or Electronics
Access to HE Diploma
D:21,M:24
Engineering or Maths based.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Engineering based with M in Maths module and a pass in units 1 and 7 (Engineering Principles and Calculus).
A level
B,C,C
B,B,B
To include 32 points in at least one of Design and Technology, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics Chemistry, Computer Science or Electronics
T Level
M
All T levels in the Engineering and Manufacturing route are acceptanle for entry to this programme with M in Maths and Physics modules.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £16,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
































































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