Six reasons to mechanical, automotive and aeronautical engineering at the University of Brighton

Staff research activity informs the content of our mechanical engineering courses, ensuring that they are up-to-date, relevant and serve the needs of students and employers. Our researchers are part of a global team which has developed a new engine that can switch from two- to fourstroke mode, cutting fuel consumption and emissions.

Our courses are accredited by professional bodies including the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. In the 2012 Complete University Guide general engineering at Brighton was ranked 8th in the UK. Our staff are leading researchers and teachers, at the forefront of their professions.

Our courses help you to realise your career aspirations. They are very popular in industry and consequently our graduates have a good employment record. Recent graduates have begun successful careers in a range of industries including defence, aerospace and satellite development, automotive and general manufacturing and design.

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology expressed strong satisfaction with our courses and singled out the student support and the practical nature of our engineering courses for praise. You will be assigned a personal tutor for the duration of your degree.

Our modern campuses reflect our professional focus. Our engineering facilities include a flight simulator, a wind tunnel and biodiesel research and development laboratories. We also jointly operate the Sir Harry Ricardo Laboratories with Ricardo UK Ltd, one of the foremost centres for automotive engine research in Europe.

Brighton & Hove has an extremely lively cultural and social life, with excellent transport links across Sussex to London, mainland Europe and internationally. Our open days give you a chance to find out about our courses, to meet current students and staff and get to know the university. Find out more.