You’ll study core design and mechanical engineering subjects exploring CAD, dynamics, control, manufacturing, electronics, electrical machines, mechanics, materials, and computing. And you’ll gain expertise in advanced digital fabrication processes, computer-based tools for design, modeling, and simulation, and emerging technologies such as machine learning, robotics, and IoT devices. Learning through design exercises and case studies you’ll work with other engineering specialists on projects based on real-world scenarios, with links to industry. You’ll integrate mechanical, electronic, and software design and build the knowledge and skills needed to bring new and innovative products and services to market. Placements and guest lectures from industry experts provide valuable professional insight and networking opportunities.

Key Facts

UCAS code: H151

Full-time: 4 years with placement year 5 years

Entry requirements

A-levels or BTEC

• Entry requirements are in the range of–level ABB–BBC (128–112 UCAS Tariff points), or BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–DMM. Our conditional offers typically fall within this range.
• A-levels must include maths and physical science. BTEC must include merit in further maths for engineering techs.

International Baccalaureate

• 28 points, with three subjects at a Higher Level. Higher-level subjects must include maths and physics at grade 5.

GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)

• At least five GCSEs, subjects must include English language, maths, and science.

ATAS requirements

• The JACS code for this course is H390, meaning that students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland will have to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate before they apply for a visa.

English language requirements

• IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Career

In your career, you need a combination of knowledge, skills, personal qualities, and relevant experiences – and you’ll get all of this from your degree.

Project work in groups with other engineering specialists develops your teamwork, project management, presentation, and communication skills, giving you hands-on experience that mirrors the industry.

• Build and fight your own robot for our annual combat robot competition.
• Join our Formula Student team, Brighton Racing Motors, and help design and build a racing car that could compete at the Silverstone motor racing circuit with universities from all over Europe.
• You’ll also have opportunities to get involved in real industrial projects.