Mechanical Engineering Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering Beng (Hon)
Passionate about technology and design? With an emphasis on hands-on, industry-connected learning, well support your journey to becoming a qualified professional mechanical engineer working with and solving real-world problems.
Connect with emerging industry
Leverage our strong industry ties to gain hands-on experience in design and materials. Opt for a voluntary placement year for extra industry exposure.
Step into world-class facilities
The Babbage Building offers cutting-edge research labs and specialist equipment, provi...
Passionate about technology and design? With an emphasis on hands-on, industry-connected learning, well support your journey to becoming a qualified professional mechanical engineer working with and solving real-world problems.<br/><br/><strong>Connect with emerging industry</strong><br/>Leverage our strong industry ties to gain hands-on experience in design and materials. Opt for a voluntary placement year for extra industry exposure.<br/><br/><strong>Step into world-class facilities</strong><br/>The Babbage Building offers cutting-edge research labs and specialist equipment, providing hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies. It’s the ideal space to collaborate on groundbreaking projects and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.<br/><br/><strong>Graduate ready for work</strong><br/>You will be highly regarded by employers for being work-ready and excel at top companies like Hoare Lea, Babcock Marine and the Ministry of Defence. Unique to Plymouth, our with composites pathway gives you a competitive edge.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- youre captivated by technology and innovative design <br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy solving complex problems across various industries<br/><br/><br/>- youre eager to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment<br/><br/><br/>- you seek a flexible programme that aligns with your career goals.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H300
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
To include Grade C at A Level Maths and Grade E in a second relevant subject: ICT, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Product Design, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths, Use of Maths, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design.
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma in Engineering / Maths related subject. Pass Access to HE Diploma with 33 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction, including 12 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Maths and 12 Level 3 credits at Merit in a second relevant subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
to include 5 in Higher Level Maths 3 in a second relevant subject at Higher Level. GCSE English and Maths accepted within.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
To include merit in a relevant Maths Unit: Unit 4: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Unit 28: Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians. OR From BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma, Distinction in Units: Unit 1: Engineering Principles Unit 7: Calculus to solve Engineering Problems Unit 8: Further Engineering Mathematics.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 UCAS points to include H4 in Maths and H5 in a second relevant science subject at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in a related subject in combination with A Level Maths
Scottish Advanced Higher
112 ucas points to include Grade C at Advanced Higher Level Maths and Grade E in a second relevant subject: ICT, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Product Design, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths, Use of Maths, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design.
Extended Project
Accepted in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject
A level
112 ucas points to include Grade C at A Level Maths and Grade E in a second relevant subject: ICT, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Product Design, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths, Use of Maths, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design.
T Level
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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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