Mechanical engineering applies the principles of physics and engineering science to the analysis, design and maintenance of mechanical systems. It defines how and why mechanical systems work, how long they will work for and predict when they will fail.
Mechanical Engineers are at the heart of a broad spectrum of UK and international industrial sectors. They design and specify products ranging from heart stents to bullet trains, and work extensively in a large range of differing industrial sectors.
Covering an extensive range of disciplines from dynamics and control...
Mechanical engineering applies the principles of physics and engineering science to the analysis, design and maintenance of mechanical systems. It defines how and why mechanical systems work, how long they will work for and predict when they will fail.<br/><br/>Mechanical Engineers are at the heart of a broad spectrum of UK and international industrial sectors. They design and specify products ranging from heart stents to bullet trains, and work extensively in a large range of differing industrial sectors.<br/><br/>Covering an extensive range of disciplines from dynamics and control, to stress analysis heat transfer and thermodynamics, a diverse array of engineering science-based subjects are experienced, providing technical expertise and integration of skill sets. Mechanical engineering takes advantage of parallel engineering disciplines, blending subjects such as materials science, electronics and software engineering with the core subjects.<br/><br/>**Whats the difference between MEng and BEng?**<br/>The MEng Mechanical Engineering degree is aimed at the most ambitious of students who wish to develop high-flying careers within different industrial sectors and to become the future leaders of industry in companies concerned with the engineering understanding and design of mechanical and industrial products. The MEng courses are the preferred route to achieving Chartered Engineer status.<br/><br/>The structure of the first two years are common between the BEng and MEng and provide you with engineering science core skills, combined with engineering design and computational modules. The application of engineering science and the solution of industrial problems is a strong theme throughout the courses.<br/><br/>The MEng is distinct from the BEng course in the third and fourth academic years, the MEng courses provide enhanced opportunities to study your chosen specialist subjects in depth. In addition, MEng students follow extra modules in practical business management, design and microprocessor control systems, and are offered the chance to study a language.<br/><br/>The MEng allows students to deepen their understanding of the role of engineering science and design engineering. Additionally, during the fourth academic year, MEng students from different degree courses are brought together in multi-disciplinary teams for a range of year long projects, to solve challenging industrially based problems at a number of different host companies.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H303
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
Not accepted - Foundation entry only
38
38 (7,6,6 HL) including Maths and Physics at HL
D*D*D*
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: D*D*D* in a relevant subject plus A Level Maths at grade A*. Preferred BTEC subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, or Mechanical.
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
GCSE English Language grade 4/C
DD
Grade Distinction Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering plus Grades A*A from two A levels including Mathematics and Physics. Preferred BTEC subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, or Mechanical.
A,A
AA in Maths and Physics, plus Highers at AAA in three other subjects
Grades D2 D3 D3 to include grades D2 D3 in principal subjects Maths and Physics (in any order)
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
D
Grade Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering plus Grades A*A from two A levels including Mathematics and Physics. Preferred BTEC subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, or Mechanical.
A*,A,A
A*AA including Maths and Physics with A* in Maths or Physics.
More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,600 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |