Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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John Anderson Campus

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

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University of Strathclyde

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Mechanical engineers conceive, design and put into operation devices, machines, engines and energy systems to solve a wide variety of society’s technological challenges. Studying a BEng Hons degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, youll be learning at an award-winning academic institution. Were the only University to have won the Times Higher Education University of the Year award twice (2012 or 2019) and our Department of Mechanical Engineering is targeted for ...Read more

Mechanical engineers conceive, design and put into operation devices, machines, engines and energy systems to solve a wide variety of society’s technological challenges. Studying a BEng Hons degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, you'll be learning at an award-winning academic institution. We're the only University to have won the Times Higher Education University of the Year award twice (2012 or 2019) and our Department of Mechanical Engineering is targeted for graduate recruitment by more than 60 companies. Study abroad is an option for all our mechanical engineering courses. The named degree (Mechanical Engineering with International Study) ensures that the international study experience is recognised in the title of the degree award.

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WUSCA ranking:
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7/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
14th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
38th
What students say
J
Jessica
09 Feb 26

The uni has an abundance of bathrooms but they need to be cleaned more often as many students seem yo leave them in a horrific state. The campus is in a prime location where you..Read more

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Anna
07 Feb 26

It is in the heart of downtown Glasgow with close proximity to lots of resources. The student culture is good and professors are..Read more

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Entry requirements

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BBB - ABB Grades / Points required

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AAAB Grades / Points required

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 34 Grades / Points required

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£29,350 per year

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Cost of living (University provided accommodation) - 141 Per week

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Latest reviews

Latest Mechanical Engineering reviews

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J
Jessica
09 Feb 26
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons)
The uni has an abundance of bathrooms but they need to be cleaned more often as many students seem yo leave them in a horrific state. The campus is in a prime location where you...
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A
Anna
07 Feb 26
Mechanical Engineering with International Study - BEng (Hons)
It is in the heart of downtown Glasgow with close proximity to lots of resources. The student culture is good and professors are...
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University of Strathclyde
16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: High Street Glasgow  0.1 miles away
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