BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
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Campus location
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 - 6 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 13,450 *
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* international students full time, part time £1680 per 15 credits / UK students full time £9250, part time £1155 per 15 credits / EU students full time £13450, part time £1680 per 15 credits
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Introduction
"Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, examinations may be replaced by an alternative form of assessment during the academic year 2021/2022. Please refer to the Programme Specification on these pages for further details."
Why choose this course?
- The B.Eng. Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire has been highly successful and over the years produced thousands of successful graduates working in all fields of engineering;
- You will learn mechanical engineering subjects in core modules that balance laboratory activities with the relevant, supportive theoretical knowledge;
- You will operate state-of-the-art laboratory equipment during every year of your academic career as part of your learning experience in the core modules;
- You will learn how to apply computer-aided engineering and industrial-standard software;
- You may take part in the IMechE challenge in your first year of study, and be able to compete with engineering students from other British universities on exciting mechanical engineering-related projects;
- You may decide to spend the third year of your mechanical engineering degree on a year-long work placement;
- Students from the School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire have previously completed work placement years at companies including Amazon, Bosch, Network Rail, Transport for London, Tesla Motors (UK), Aston Martin, BMW (UK), Mercedes-Benz (UK), Virgin Atlantic, MBDA;
- You may join the automotive students and help design, build and race single-seater race car in the UK Formula Student Competition;
- You may join aerospace students on projects involving Unmanned Air Vehicles (U.A.V.'s);
- Recent Mechanical Engineering graduates have gone on to work at organisations including London Energy Ltd, Progressive Technology, Halfords, Fords, Barclays.
- We are members of the C.D.I.O. Initiative (Conceive Design Implement Operate), a worldwide network of academic professionals, industry representatives, and engineering leaders who have a passion for engineering education and engineering leadership. The C.D.I.O. framework has been embedded into our undergraduate degree programme, ensuring you’ll put into practice what you learn through “Design and Build” projects during your studies.
What's the course about?
Learn the fundamental skills and knowledge of a modern engineer. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to engineering, giving you the flexibility to work in a broad range of industries. Among the general topics, you’ll study engineering mathematics, materials and electrical science, mechanical science, manufacturing technology, computer-aided engineering, and thermodynamics. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with other engineering students on some incredible projects, such as designing a hovercraft, a Formula Student racing car, and an unmanned aircraft. This course is the first step towards chartered engineer status.
Your main campus is College Lane
This is where the creative arts, science, and health-related subjects are based. This means you’ll share the campus with future nurses, scientists, artists, and more. You can use the common rooms to relax with friends, work out in the 24-hour gym or have a drink in our on-campus pub or cafes. We also have restaurants for you to eat in or grab something on the go. Our Learning Resources Centres are open 24/7, which means you can study whenever suits you best. Want to pop over to the other campus? You can take the free shuttle bus or walk there in just 15 minutes.
This course includes the options of:
- Work placement
- Study abroad
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Curriculum
What will I study?
The school has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning with most modules delivered through a combination of traditional face-to-face teaching and distance learning through the university's Canvas web-based facility. Canvas allows students to access electronic learning resources, electronic discussion with staff and other students, and, for some modules, submit coursework 24/7 from anywhere in the world! With a heavy emphasis on Computer-Aided Engineering, the school has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible. The school also operates an open-access laboratory policy of when possible students doing experiments in their own time.
What you will learn
You will study the fundamental skills and knowledge required by a modern engineer including principles of flight and an introduction to aircraft systems. In particular, you will be introduced to computer packages commonly used in the aerospace industry. You will learn about the design process and will have the opportunity to work on the Class 200 Formula Student car.
First Year
You will study engineering mathematics, engineering applications of mathematics, materials and electrical science, mechanical science, introduction to manufacturing technology, introduction to design, and fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
Second Year
You will study thermofluid mechanics, further engineering mathematics, computer-aided engineering (CAE), structural mechanics, dynamics, data acquisition and control systems, integrated engineering system design and project management, and product development.
Third Year
You have the option of taking an integrated one-year professional placement.
Final Year (3rd or 4th)
You will study mechanical engineering design, micro-engineering, and micro-technology or manufacturing strategy, mechanics and properties of materials, control systems, thermofluid mechanics and heat transfer, vibration, noise and vehicle dynamics, and an individual major project.
Level 4
- Engineering Fundamentals II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Engineering Mathematics II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Statics and Dynamics II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Applied Design II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Electrical Science II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Programming for Engineers II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Engineering Professionalism II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Introduction to Mechatronic Systems II 15 Credits II Compulsory
Level 5
- Structural Mechanics II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Dynamics II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Project Management and Product Development II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Integrated Engineering Systems Design II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Computer-Aided Engineering II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Career Planning II 0 Credits II Compulsory
- Further Engineering Mathematics II 15 Credits II Compulsory
Level 6
- Thermofluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Control Systems II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Mechanics and Properties of Materials II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Individual Project II 30 Credits II Compulsory
- Careers Portfolio II 0 Credits II Compulsory
- Noise and Vibration Analysis II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Mechatronics Design II 15 Credits II Compulsory
- Industrial Placement II 0 Credits II Optional
- Manufacturing Strategy II 15 Credits II Optional
- Year Abroad II 0 Credits II Optional
- Micro-Engineering & Micro-Technology II 15 Credits II Optional
Study abroad
An opportunity for an amazing experience, which will help make you stand out from the crowd. With more and more companies working internationally, the experience of living in another country can make a great impression on future employers.
This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a sandwich year abroad. The University has partnerships with over 150 universities around the world, including the USA, Canada, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America, and closer to home in Europe.
If you study abroad between your second and third year of study, you’ll pay no tuition fee to the partner university and no tuition fee to us either. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.
Work placement
Graduate with invaluable work experience alongside your degree and stand out from the crowd.
This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a work placement sandwich year. It’s a chance to explore career possibilities, make valuable contacts and gain sought-after professional skills.
Our dedicated Careers and Employment team are here to help guide you through the process. Students have previously undertaken placements in organisations such as:
- Rolls Royce Cars
- United Glass
- ATT
- Turner Powertrain Systems
- Xerox
If you take up a work placement between your second and third year of study, at the University of Hertfordshire you’ll pay no tuition fee for this year. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.
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Career Opportunities
What's next for my career?
Professional chartered mechanical engineers and mechanical engineering graduates are highly sought after around the world. Our graduates have an excellent employment record illustrating that this degree gives you the flexibility to work in virtually any manufacturing setting, both in the UK and abroad.
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