OVERVIEW
Build a career in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries with UWS’s MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. You’ll develop knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and hone your practical skills through use of our industry-standard equipment and software for computer aided engineering design, manufacture, analysis and failure investigations. Increased emphasis is placed on sustainable engineering – establishing you as an attractive candidate to
prospective employers.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• This programme focuses on the nee...
OVERVIEW<br/><br/>Build a career in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries with UWS’s MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. You’ll develop knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and hone your practical skills through use of our industry-standard equipment and software for computer aided engineering design, manufacture, analysis and failure investigations. Increased emphasis is placed on sustainable engineering – establishing you as an attractive candidate to <br/>prospective employers.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS<br/><br/>• This programme focuses on the needs of industry to help you stand out in the competitive graduate employment market.<br/>• Combining theory and practice, this programme covers scientific and engineering principles and the practical skills you’ll need for a successful engineering career.<br/>• Guest lectures from industry professionals will deepen your understanding of the issues impacting the mechanical engineering industry.<br/>• MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. The accredited MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).<br/>• Paid placement and work experience opportunities are available on this programme.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME DETAILS <br/><br/>With over 100 years’ experience of training engineers, UWS’s professionally-accredited engineering programmes are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to meet industry demand and establish a successful career.<br/><br/>CAREERS<br/><br/>Opening up careers within stress analysis, vibration, performance, service, design and development and project management in the automotive, aerospace, offshore, energy, railways and shipbuilding sectors, UWS Mechanical Engineering graduates have secured employment with internationally-recognised organisations, including:<br/>• Rolls-Royce<br/>• ABB Alstom Power <br/>• Intel<br/>• Hoover<br/>• Candy<br/>• BioSil
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Paisley Campus
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H301
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1
114
including Maths and Physics
A,B,B,B
Including Maths and Physics, plus National 5 English at B.
32
including Maths and Physics
MMM
in relevant subject
H2,H2,H2,H3
Including Maths and Physics
B,B,C
Including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English at Grade C/5 or above
M
For year 2 entry, in relevant subject
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £18,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |