Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Brighton
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.0) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

location-pin
Location

Brighton

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

3 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Location

Brighton

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

SELECTED

Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Location

Brighton

Study mode

Sandwich

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECT

Subjects

Select a subject


Mechanical Engineering
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

UCAS Tariff
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
SELECT

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
SELECT

Location

Select student location


England
SELECTED

Scotland
SELECT

Wales
SELECT

Northern Ireland
SELECT

Channel Islands
SELECT

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

Mechanical engineers design, improve and maintain machinery and devices from everyday appliances like fridges and washing machines to advanced industrial systems such as wind turbines or manufacturing robots. They use technical and problem-solving skills and techniques to make sure these systems work efficiently and safely.On our Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons) degree you’ll work with engineering specialists and innovative researchers on challenging and rewarding projects such as fighting ...Read more

Mechanical engineers design, improve and maintain machinery and devices from everyday appliances like fridges and washing machines to advanced industrial systems such as wind turbines or manufacturing robots. They use technical and problem-solving skills and techniques to make sure these systems work efficiently and safely.On our Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons) degree you’ll work with engineering specialists and innovative researchers on challenging and rewarding projects such as fighting robots, rocket cars, and the International Engineering Without Borders challenge.


TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

- Our Mechanical Engineering MEng offers an extra year of study at masters’ level.- Exciting project work that mirrors industry.- Learn with internationally recognised researchers who are part of our Advanced Engineering Centre.- Student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab – working to solve energy challenges.- Specialist facilities include flight and car simulators, wind tunnel, prototyping labs and workshops, CNC machines, and robotics and VR labs.- Accredited by IMechE and IET.- Professional engineers visit to share their experiences in guest lectures.- Gain a year of work experience on placement.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
99/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
70th
Mechanical Engineering
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mechanical Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£24,000
UK Mechanical Engineering graduate salary
£27,000
What students say
MM
Muhammad mizyal
24 Feb 25

The professors and staff are very friendly and everyone is very..Read more

T
Theodore
04 Mar 23

The best thing about the University of Brighton, and one of the key reasons I chose it, was the amount of access it grants students to the facilities. As Brighton undertakes no..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BCC - BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

104 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:24 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Must include a C in A level Maths, plus a physical science.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pass Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at Level 3. Must achieve Level 3 units in maths and a physical science.

Must include three subjects at Higher Level, two to be Maths and Physics at grade 5.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

To include merit in 'further maths for engineering techs'

Popular A-level subjects

Mechanical Engineering

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
71%
Physics
63%
Chemistry
26%
Biology
13%
3D Design
10%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£13,842 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£13,842 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£13842 Per year

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Mechanical Engineering (General) reviews

Mechanical Engineering (General)
Mechanical Engineering (General)
MM
Muhammad mizyal
24 Feb 25
Mechanical Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) BEng (Hons)
The professors and staff are very friendly and everyone is very...
Read more
T
Theodore
04 Mar 23
Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The best thing about the University of Brighton, and one of the key reasons I chose it, was the amount of access it grants students to the facilities. As Brighton undertakes no...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Mechanical Engineering (General) students rated:

Student rating
( 3.5) 6 reviews
5 star
17%
4 stars
34%
3 stars
33%
2 stars
16%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.0) 1,476 reviews
5 star
27%
4 stars
50%
3 stars
19%
2 stars
3%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a diverse and inclusive university, offering over 250 qualifications at undergraduate, postgraduate...

Student rating
( 4.0) View reviews
CUG ranking
70th
University of Brighton
Mithras House Lewes Road Brighton Brighton & Hove BN2 4AT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.2 miles away

Similar courses at this uni

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate