Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)
University of the West of Scotland
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Qualification

Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

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Location

Paisley Campus

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

1 - 4 Years

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Qualification

Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)

Location

Paisley Campus

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Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

1 - 4 Years

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Mechanical Engineering
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OVERVIEWBuild a career in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries with UWS’s MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. You’ll develop knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and hone your practical skills through use of our industry-standard equipment and software for computer aided engineering design, manufacture, analysis and failure investigations. Increased emphasis is placed on sustainable engineering – establishing you as an attractive candidate to prospective ...Read more

OVERVIEWBuild a career in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries with UWS’s MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. You’ll develop knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and hone your practical skills through use of our industry-standard equipment and software for computer aided engineering design, manufacture, analysis and failure investigations. Increased emphasis is placed on sustainable engineering – establishing you as an attractive candidate to prospective employers.PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• This programme focuses on the needs of industry to help you stand out in the competitive graduate employment market.
• Combining theory and practice, this programme covers scientific and engineering principles and the practical skills you’ll need for a successful engineering career.
• Guest lectures from industry professionals will deepen your understanding of the issues impacting the mechanical engineering industry.
• MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. The accredited MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• Paid placement and work experience opportunities are available on this programme.PROGRAMME DETAILS With over 100 years’ experience of training engineers, UWS’s professionally-accredited engineering programmes are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to meet industry demand and establish a successful career.CAREERSOpening up careers within stress analysis, vibration, performance, service, design and development and project management in the automotive, aerospace, offshore, energy, railways and shipbuilding sectors, UWS Mechanical Engineering graduates have secured employment with internationally-recognised organisations, including:
• Rolls-Royce
• ABB Alstom Power
• Intel
• Hoover
• Candy
• BioSil

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
61st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
128th
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 - 75 = 25% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
25%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mechanical Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Mechanical Engineering graduate salary
£26,000

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

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Scottish Higher:

ABBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

114 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required

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

MMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

Including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English at Grade C/5 or above

Including Maths and Physics, plus National 5 English at B.

including Maths and Physics

including Maths and Physics

Including Maths and Physics

in relevant subject

For year 2 entry, in relevant subject

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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

£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£18,000 per year

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Students from EU

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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.

£18,000 per year

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Students from International

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£18000 Per year

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University of the West of Scotland
High Street Paisley Renfrewshire PA1 2BE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Paisley Canal  0.2 miles away
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