Mechanical Engineering

Leeds University Business School

Bachelor's degree

In Leeds

£ 9,250 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Mechanical engineers help shape the way we live through the design and manufacture of everyday items, from sports equipment to high-tech operating theatres for hospitals, vehicles and public transport infrastructure, and industrial applications such as the structural design of oil platforms. A wide range of skills are needed to achieve this in an efficient, environmentally friendly and sustainable way.
This course will develop your knowledge and skills across the full range of mechanical engineering, from the fundamentals of design and manufacture to fluid dynamics. You’ll also have scope to specialise in fields that interest you, such as vehicle design or biomedical engineering – and you’ll participate in project work at every stage of the course.
We have a long history of excellence in mechanical engineering and this degree will give you a broad base of knowledge which can be applied to a variety of mechanical engineering-related industries and beyond.
You can choose to take either the four-year Integrated Masters (MEng, BEng) or the three-year Bachelor’s (BEng) degree on this course.
Find out more about the MEng, BEng and BEng
Specialist facilities
You’ll learn among leading academics in world-class facilities. We have extensive lab space and equipment for subjects like solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, engine testing and thermofluids as well as control and dynamics. You’ll also have access to our high-spec CAD cluster and workshop facilities including various rapid prototyping systems.
There’s also the LabVIEW Academy course, the first of its kind in the UK. Combining face-to-face teaching with hands-on lab exercises, this course will build your skills in using the visual programming software LabVIEW – created by National Instruments, who developed the course – to help you build skills to prepare for your career..
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Location

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Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

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About this course

Entry requirements
A-level: A*AA including Mathematics and Physics, where the A* must be in either Mathematics or Physics.
Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade.
Excludes A-level General Studies or Critical Thinking.
Due to the competitive nature of this course, the Admissions team may take a variety of factors into account when assessing applications. Please read the admissions statement for further information. rs (Leaving Certificate)
Scottish Highers / Advanced...

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Subjects

  • Ethics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Design
  • Mechanics
  • Project
  • Systems
  • Engineering
  • Vehicle Design
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Biomedical

Course programme

The first two years of our five degree courses share the same set of compulsory modules, giving you the flexibility to switch between our different degrees. In Years 3 and 4 you’ll take modules in your specialism.

In Years 1 and 2, you’ll study compulsory modules to establish the core mechanical engineering principles required by all branches of mechanical engineering. You’ll undertake the first and second year design and manufacture projects. Since many mechanical engineers go on to positions where they have management responsibilities, you’ll also develop your knowledge of business practices by studying economics and management, taught by the Leeds University Business School.

Year 3 will extend and deepen your knowledge and understanding in several key areas such as thermofluids and finite element methods of analysis. In design and manufacture systems, you will study advanced manufacturing methods and strategies, as well as gaining experience of using process simulation software such as Witness.

If you take the MEng, BEng course, you’ll select four masters-level modules from a choice of 12 in Year 4, so there are plenty of opportunities to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals. You’ll also have a chance to develop a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of design optimisation, study in detail the analysis of structures unique to the aerospace industry, explore rotary wing aircraft, and develop a deeper understanding of aeronautical and aerospace engines.

Projects

Every year of the course gives you hands-on experience of project work. This gives you the opportunity to explore your subject further as well as developing valuable skills in problem solving, communication and teamwork.

Find out more about our Projects

Engineering ethics

You’ll study engineering ethics as part of your course, with lectures and/or seminars in each year of your study. Visit our engineering ethics webpage to find out more.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Computers in Engineering Analysis 20 credits
  • Design and Manufacture 1 20 credits
  • Thermofluids 1 20 credits
  • Solid Mechanics 20 credits
  • Engineering Materials 20 credits
  • Engineering Mathematics 20 credits

Year 2

Compulsory modules

  • Engineering Mechanics 20 credits
  • Vibration and Control 20 credits
  • Design and Manufacture 2 20 credits
  • Economics and Management 20 credits
  • Mechatronics and Measurement Systems 20 credits
  • Thermofluids 2 20 credits

Year 3

Compulsory modules

  • Thermofluids 3 20 credits
  • Additive Manufacturing 20 credits
  • Individual Engineering Project 40 credits
  • Finite Element Methods of Analysis 20 credits
Optional modules
  • Biomedical Engineering Design 20 credits
  • Nuclear Fundamentals 20 credits
  • Robotics and Machine Intelligence 20 credits
  • Vehicle Design and Analysis 20 credits

Year 4

Compulsory modules

  • Team Project 60 credits

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