Course Overview

Mechanical engineering is among the broadest engineering disciplines, giving you various career options. You can seek employment in almost every industry sector, including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, marine, medical, rail, power, processing, chemical, oil and gas, and food production industries.

Our graduates are employed by Cummins Engines Ltd, Caterpillar Ltd, Gestamp Talent, Hitachi Rail, Nissan, Rolls Royce plc, and PD Ports Ltd.

Sabre Rail Services Ltd, Sellafield Ltd, Subsea Innovation Ltd.

You are prepared for the world of work through company visits, industry-inspired project work, placements and industry events with North East Regional Institution of Mechanical Engineers and Cleveland Institution of Engineers.

Our Student Futures careers and employability team can help you map your future career.

General Eligibility

112-128 points from any combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications. Examples include A-level, BTEC, Access to HE Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, T-Level, or the International Baccalaureate.

Find out how many points your qualifications are worth using the UCAS tariff calculator.

• Subject requirements

• Level 3 Mathematics

• Accredited prior learning

• Admissions with advanced standing can be considered if you have studied at level 4 or higher (for example, HNC) in a relevant subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).