Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
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Learn the fundamental skills and knowledge of a modern engineer. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to engineering, giving you the flexibility to work in a broad range of industries. Among the general topics, you’ll study engineering mathematics, materials and electrical science, mechanical science, manufacturing technology, computer-aided engineering and thermodynamics. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with other engineering students on some incredible ...Read more

Learn the fundamental skills and knowledge of a modern engineer. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to engineering, giving you the flexibility to work in a broad range of industries. Among the general topics, you’ll study engineering mathematics, materials and electrical science, mechanical science, manufacturing technology, computer-aided engineering and thermodynamics. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with other engineering students on some incredible projects, such as designing a hovercraft, a Formula Student racing car and an unmanned aircraft. This course is the first step towards chartered engineer status.Professional chartered mechanical engineers and mechanical engineering graduates are highly sought after around the world. Our graduates have an excellent employment record illustrating that this degree gives you the flexibility to work in virtually any manufacturing setting, both in the UK and abroad.Duration- 3 years(4 year with sandwich year)Study abroad optionWork placement option

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12/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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44th
CUG Ranking
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82nd
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Sahil
14 Feb 25

Students union could make more efforts to include off campus students as well. Res-life has a lot to do for making a better community living possible...Read more

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POURIA
12 Feb 25

I feel comfortable here on campus accommodation. The accommodation officers are reliable, respobsible and behave..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Latest Mechanical Engineering reviews

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Sahil
14 Feb 25
MSc Mechanical Engineering (18-month route)
Students union could make more efforts to include off campus students as well. Res-life has a lot to do for making a better community living possible....
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POURIA
12 Feb 25
MSc Mechanical Engineering (18-month route)
I feel comfortable here on campus accommodation. The accommodation officers are reliable, respobsible and behave...
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University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

The University of Hertfordshire (Herts) is a modern, dynamic and enterprising university that delivers career-focused degrees for...

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University of Hertfordshire
University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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