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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP
3 Years
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Our stimulating Mechanical Engineering (Automotive) BEng degree programme is designed to give you a thorough background in Mechanical Engineering and the expertise and knowledge to develop and implement new automotive technologies.This course provides you with the skills to deliver results in an ever-changing industry. You will benefit from a research-led culture, which informs our teaching. Our expertise in applying engineering science will equip you with the ability to solve problems of industrial and societal significance. You’ll work alongside Civil and Electrical Engineers, this interdisciplinary working reflects industry practices and right from the very start will begin building your teamworking and professional skills alongside your technical knowledge. The opportunity is also open to you to get involved in work on UBRacing – our own Formula Student racing team, which competes throughout the world.You will be the subject expert on a major project during your Mechanical Engineering (Automotive) degree where you will apply your in-depth technical knowledge. This will provide you with vital employability skills that will give you a competitive edge in applications forms, interviews and assessment tests for graduate jobs.
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A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D* Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
A level Mathematics (Further Mathematics and Physics are not required but are advantageous). You must also pass the practical element of any reformed science A levels which include Biology, Chemistry and Physics taught from 2015. General Studies not accepted
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Mathematics with a minimum of 32 points overall.
D*D*D* plus Distinction in all units required. BTEC Extended Diploma will be considered providing there is sufficient Mathematics content and applicant satisfactorily completes our Mathematics aptitude test.
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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