Mechanical Engineering

About this programme

Prepare yourself for a career in Mechanical Engineering. Gain relevant expertise and get hands-on with state-of-the-art facilities at USW. This BEng Mechanical Engineering degree allows you to use your analytical and mathematical skills to solve real-life problems. Mechanical engineers are sought-after in all types of industries and sectors, such as food processing, pharmaceutical manufacture, renewable energy, automotive and aerospace. You could design, analyse, research and test anything from wind turbines to turbojet engines. Mechanical engineers have an inquiring mind, wanting to understand how things work and how to apply knowledge to real-world problems. Sustainable solutions to important areas such as energy security, food and water supplies, sustainable transport are just some of the areas where Mechanical Engineers contribute their knowledge We have strong links with industry and place considerable emphasis on student projects and practical, problem-based learning. We encourage industrial placements and work closely with employers to assist students with this opportunity. Staff are experts in their fields, some through research activities and some through professional practice in industrial careers. This Mechanical Engineering degree includes the computing, mathematical and physical sciences required to design, develop and manufacture a range of engineering systems. You’ll study the core areas that underpin mechanical engineering and gain extensive laboratory experience, developing the skills needed to test systems that you have analysed and constructed.