Mechanical Engineering with a Year Abroad

This programme includes opportunities to undertake a Year Abroad, enhancing your learning and offering invaluable life experience.

Mechanical engineers are the creative minds behind some of the world’s most innovative technologies. From designing life-changing machines to pioneering cutting-edge inventions, our Mechanical Engineering degree gives you the expertise to turn ideas into reality.

Our Mechanical Engineering programme doesn't just teach theory, it equips you with practical, hands-on experience that sets you apart in the job market.

You’ll be able to develop your analytical and problem-solving skills while gaining invaluable exposure to real-world engineering challenges.

You will study at our coastal Bay Campus, overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula.

Your learning will be enriched by having direct access to world-class facilities. You will have the opportunity to work in cutting-edge labs like our Dynamics Mechanics Lab, Fluids Lab, and JetCat P120 Engine Test Room. You can also hone your skills with our digital manufacturing and robotics units, ensuring you're always at the forefront of technological advancements.

Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.

With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn’t the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she’s got a big personality with a cost of living that’s refreshingly affordable compared to most other UK cities. Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.

As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.

With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.

Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.