Mechanical Engineering (with integrated foundation year) BEng(Hons)

Overview

Choosing our Mechanical Engineering (with integrated foundation year) BEng(Hons) course offers students a preparatory year before starting degree level studies. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students automatically progress to the first year of our Mechanical l Engineering course.
Brighton?s engineering foundation year is one of the longest-running and most successful engineering foundation courses in the UK.
For entry to the integrated foundation year applicants may have non-scientific A/AS-levels, or be mature students with alternative qualifications. Others may have studied relevant subjects but not met the degree entry requirements, or wish to upgrade their qualifications to meet those required for CEng-accredited courses.
Our Mechanical Engineering Engineering BEng(Hons) course is designed for students wishing to develop a high degree of competence in mechanical engineering to be able to pursue a wide range of careers. You will gain a sound knowledge of all the fundamental elements of mechanical engineering and design which include a grounding in related disciplines such as manufacture, management, CAD/CAM, design and materials. The emphasis is on gaining industrial and commercial insight, and giving confidence to take on modern engineering challenges.

Course duration
Full-time: 4 years (with integrated foundation year)
With placement year 5 years (with integrated foundation year)

UCAS code H301
Course content

Course structure

During your foundation year lectures, laboratory classes, tutorials and seminars provide a varied learning environment.
The course runs in two parallel streams: a home stream and an EU stream. The home stream is for UK home students but may also include those from outside the UK who require no English language support. The second stream is for EU students who need to improve their English language skills in addition to their academic qualifications.
International students who require a foundation program and English language support should contact the University of Brighton?s International College. www.brighton.ac.uk/ubic
In year 1, conceptual design, manufacture and testing are combined in a design project. We provide particular specialisation in design and product innovation. Design is an integrating subject, bringing together all the academic disciplines to solve typical engineering problems. It is project-based, often involving working in small groups, and developing not only engineering ability but also communication and graphics skills.
After year 2, you may opt to put your studies into practice on a year-long industrial placement. In the final year, business and management skills essential for the modern professional engineer are also taught.

Syllabus

Foundation year
Home stream
Core Mathematics
Geometry
Core Science
Communication Skills
Design Studies
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Science
Engineering Mechanics
EU stream
English for Academic Purposes
Options from: Core Mathematics
Geometry
Core Science
Communication Skills
Design Studies
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Science
Engineering Mechanics
Year 1
Mathematics
Engineering Concepts
CAE and Engineering and Design
Design and Applications project
Aircraft and Automotive Systems
Materials and Manufacture
Year 2
Mathematics and Control
Engineering Design and Management
Thermofluids
Materials and Manufacture
Mechanical Computer-aided Engineering and Modelling
Optional placement year
Final year
Product Innovation and Management
Control and Simulation
Individual project
Fluid Dynamics and Materials Engineering
Manufacturing Systems
Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements
individual offers may vary
UCAS tariff:
180 points with maths and/or physics AS-level or above.
240 points without maths and/or physics AS level or above.
General Studies excluded.
BTEC
MMP/DM.
International Baccalaureate:
24 points, specified subjects; certificates considered.
GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access Equivalent
at least five subjects including English language,
mathematics and a physical science.
For non-native speakers of English:
EU students must have an English proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent to be considered for the Home Stream. EU students who do not meet this requirement will be considered for the EU stream and will normally need UK AS-level equivalent qualifications including maths and/or physics (minimum grade C) and English proficiency of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Other:
mature students without these qualifications but with relevant industrial experience may be considered.
Location

Location Moulsecoomb
Career opportunities

Recent graduates have begun successful careers in a range of industries from defence and aerospace to automotive and general manufacturing. Some have continued to study for postgraduate qualifications leading to successful research careers. Many have quickly achieved middle-management positions shortly after qualifying. After satisfactory completion the students may also go on to further study at MSc or PhD level within the university or elsewhere.

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Fees and costs

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering (with integrated foundation year)

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