Mechanical Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year BEng (Hons)
University of Sunderland
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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Sir Tom Cowie Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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

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Sir Tom Cowie Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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This is a four-year version of our popular BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course, with an integrated foundation year. Learn a range of diverse subjects from thermodynamics, design and the mechanics of machines, to state-of-the-art technological solutions such as finite element analysis, computer-aided design (CAD) and computational fluid dynamics. Graduate with a choice of career options in design, process, manufacturing and management.Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of all ...Read more

This is a four-year version of our popular BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering course, with an integrated foundation year. Learn a range of diverse subjects from thermodynamics, design and the mechanics of machines, to state-of-the-art technological solutions such as finite element analysis, computer-aided design (CAD) and computational fluid dynamics. Graduate with a choice of career options in design, process, manufacturing and management.Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of all engineering disciplines. This course covers topics such as electrical principles, mechanics, manufacturing and materials, microprocessors and thermofluids.You are encouraged to apply to undertake a year-long placement between the second and final years, although it is not compulsory. Past students have secured paid placement with companies such as Jaguar, Nissan, GlaxoSmithKline, Assystem, Cummins Engines, Delphi Powertrain Systems and Tata Steel.Staff use their real-world experience to enhance the already excellent teaching and support, which is enriched by the University’s leading-edge research into areas such as manufacturing systems and advanced maintenance.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
31/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
69th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
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
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90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mechanical Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£23,000
UK Mechanical Engineering graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Danny
21 Nov 23

The university has some great facilities available to students at the David Goldman informatics centre, which can be used at any time. The staff at the university are friendly and..Read more

21 Nov 23

Nice environment conducive for students, but the challenges is students not been supported mental and otherwise..Read more

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40 Grades / Points required

A minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A or AS Levels, BTEC certificates/diplomas, access courses or equivalent)

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£16,500 per year

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£16,500 per year

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£16500 Per year

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Mechanical Engineering (General)
Mechanical Engineering (General)
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Danny
21 Nov 23
Mechanical Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year BEng (Hons)
The university has some great facilities available to students at the David Goldman informatics centre, which can be used at any time. The staff at the university are friendly and...
Read more
21 Nov 23
Mechanical Engineering (Top-Up) BEng (Hons)
Nice environment conducive for students, but the challenges is students not been supported mental and otherwise...
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University of Sunderland , Sunderland

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