H300 BEng Mechanical Engineering

H302 MEng Mechanical Engineering

Overview

Mechanical systems, mechanisms and machines lie at the heart of our traditional engineering industries. The skills and techniques associated with them continue to be essential. In recent years these skills have extended into areas such as precision engineering, nanotechnology and mechatronics, as mechanical engineers have broadened their skill set and embraced technologies from other disciplines to solve difficult problems.

Our courses take a multidisciplinary approach to engineering challenges. Led by experts in the School of Engineering and WMG (Warwick Manufacturing Group), we provide opportunities to learn from world-leading researchers in areas such as precision mechanics, fluid dynamics, and sustainable thermal energy technology, as well as complementary areas in other fields of engineering.

You will develop highly sought-after skills in project management and communication, alongside the ability to research, design and develop mechanical engineering products and systems.

 

What you'll study

We offer flexible degree programmes that enable you to experience a range of different engineering disciplines before you decide to specialise. All first year students study a general engineering programme, which is much favoured by industry. In the second year, students continue to study the same core modules as all other students until the end of term one, after which they can specialise, or continue on the general Engineering pathway. You can also switch between the three-year BEng and four-year MEng degrees if academic requirements are met.
 

Year 1

There are nine core modules in the first year with the option to study a language on top.

Core modules	Optional extra module
Dynamics and Thermodynamics	A Modern Foreign Language
Electrical and Electronic Circuits
Engineering Design
Engineering Mathematics
Systems Modelling, Simulation and Computing
Introduction to Engineering Business Management
Materials for Engineering
Introduction to Engineering: Professionalism and Practice
Statics and Structures

 
Year 2

Core modules	Optional modules
Dynamics and Fluid Mechanics	Biomedical and Clinical Engineering
Electromechanical System Design	Forensic Engineering
Engineering Mathematics and Technical Computing	Motor Vehicle Technology
Technical Operations Management	Technology in International Development
Mechanical Engineering Design	Introduction to Secondary School Teaching (Physics)
Planar Structures and Mechanisms	A Modern Foreign Language
Systems Engineering Principles	Starting a Business

For Intercalated Year degree only

Between years two and three (for BEng/MEng) or between years three and four for MEng:

Optional Core

Year in Research

Study Year Abroad

Work Placement Year

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Year 3

Core modules

Dynamics of Vibrating Systems

Engines and Heat Pumps

Finite Element Methods

Fundamental Fluid Mechanics for Mechanical Engineers

Precision, Measurement, and Control

Mechanical Engineering Design

Individual Project

Year 4 (MEng)

Core modules	Optional modules
Group Project	Advanced Fluid Dynamics
	Advanced Robotics
	Automobile Systems Dynamics and Control
	Biomechanics
	Bioenergy and Biotechnology
	Biomedical Systems Modelling
	Computational Fluid Dynamics
	Design for Sustainability
	Dynamic Analysis of Mechanical Systems
	Fuels and Combustion
	Fuel Cells and Energy Storage
	Gas Turbine Equipment
	Heat Transfer Theory and Design
	Mathematical and Computer Modelling
	Optical Engineering
	Precision Engineering and Microsystems
	Quality Systems
	Renewable Energy
	Simulation of Operations
	Supply Chain Management
	Vehicle Propulsion

Intercalated Year Options

Our Placements and Internships Officer will work with you to identify opportunities for year-long and/or summer internships and research opportunities, which often lead to further study and employment for our students. Options to take an intercalated year in industry, research or study abroad are reflected in your degree title, and add a year to your degree duration. MEng students may choose to take their third year at a partner university abroad.

Teaching

We use a variety of teaching methods, ranging from lectures and group tutorials to small groups in laboratories. You are allocated a personal tutor, who normally stays with you throughout your time at Warwick. They will help you get the most from your studies. Computer laboratories loaded with specialist software are open 24/7, helping you undertake work at a time to suit you.

Assessment

Students are assessed by a mixture of coursework and written examinations. Design-orientated work is assessed by oral presentation, project work and group assignments. Projects are assessed by a variety of methods, including oral presentations, written reports and posters.

IMechE Accreditation

BEng (Hons): Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) as meeting, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).

MEng: Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) as fully meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Career opportunities

Career destinations for Mechanical Engineers are varied, from stress engineers in the aerospace industry to mechanical and solutions engineers for the utilities and analysts in banking, finance and management consultancy.

Recent graduates are employed by Aston Martin Lagonda, BAE Systems, BP, Centrica, Delphi, Force India, Ford Motor Company, Jaguar Land Rover, National Grid, Network Rail and Rolls-Royce.

Why Warwick?

Entry Requirements

BEng Mechanical Engineering 2018 MEng Mechanical Engineering 2018
 

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