Engineering (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)

This one year course advances your knowledge of electronic and mechanical system design, as well as analysing the applications of engineering technology in new and innovative ways. You will be taught by industry experienced academics who focus on relevant, cutting edge topics that are sought after by employers.<br/><br/>You will cover a range of topics that would be expected of a modern professional engineer, including computer simulation, lean manufacture and quality applications. A substantial part of the course is a major project (normally industrially based).<br/><br/>Within the programme, you will undertake a wide variety of activities and encounter new challenges that develop your theoretical learning. You will utilise your previous experience and, with the help of your tutors and module leaders, develop and apply this knowledge in new, innovative and imaginative ways.<br/><br/>You will investigate the development and application of lean manufacturing to production routes whilst still ensuring the quality of products remains high. You will be immersed in the multidisciplinary field of engineering by using computer simulation tools and mechanical and embedded system design. This course aims to develop problem solving skills essential to tackling engineering problems.<br/><br/>**By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:**<br/><br/><br/>- You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more. <br/><br/><br/>- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.<br/><br/><br/>- We invest more money into your education than 90% of Universities in the UK*<br/><br/><br/>✱ source: Guardian University League Table 2020

Discover a 21st-century education at the University of Northampton.<br/><br/>If you're anxious about the cost of your education, or finding a job after, look no further. Northampton's many student perks create opportunities for everyone, no matter what your background. To support students through their studies and beyond, undergraduate students receive a free laptop, funded field trips, free sports and societies through the Students’ Union, in addition to discounts on gym & leisure activities, refer to UON website for further information. What's more, if you've achieved a 2:2 or above, have completed one of their flagship awards and find yourself unemployed six months after graduating, you're guaranteed six months careers support, followed by the offer of a paid internship!<br/><br/>You'll also be immersed in first-class teaching, exciting modules and career-relevant learning. Analyse crime scenes and real-life cases in Forensic Psychology. Step into Shakespeare's Globe, Victorian London and the Wild West in English. Test your problem-solving skills with international business models in Finance. And beat your personal best in Sport and Exercise Science.<br/><br/>Your future awaits!