Mechanical engineers are recognised for their knowledge and skills in conceiving, designing, implementing and operating devices, machines, engines and energy systems. Graduates from the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering - which is consistently rated in the top 10 such departments in the UK - are part of a new breed of engineer who can take on challenges ranging from traditional industries to areas such as new materials, sustainable development and aerospace. Study abroad is an option for all our courses. The named degree (Mechanical Engineering with International Study) ensures that the international study experience is recognised in the title of the degree award. What you’ll study The majority of our students follow five-year MEng courses. All students experience the same learning pace in the first two years and BEng students can, and often do, transfer to the MEng programme. Aeronautical topics can also be studied in other Mechanical Engineering courses, with the more specialised material being concentrated in Years 4 and 5. This flexible structure allows for transfer between courses, normally until the end of Year 3.

With skills including analytical, numeracy and problem solving, Mechanical Engineering graduates are suited to a wide range of career opportunities. Recent graduates from MEng Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics have been recruited into areas such as oil and gas, aerospace and power engineering consulting industries. Some of the graduates’ job titles include Well Engineer, Subsea Engineer, Piping Engineer and Graduate Engineer.