BEng Mechanical Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, covering the design, development and manufacture of mechanical systems. Core topics include programming, control systems, data analysis, mathematical modelling, engineering design, and artificial intelligence. The programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and offers an optional placement year between the second and final years. A major individual project allows students to investigate a defined problem within their chosen specialism.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB including Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths, Mathematical Studies, Critical Thinking and General Studies not accepted) IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths (Analysis and Approaches) and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography or Design Technology
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 69%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 58%
- Academic support: 79%
- Organisation and management: 44%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 59%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 35%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 130 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 43%
- South East: 25%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Foundation course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Engineering Mathematics and Programming I
- Engineering Mathematics and Programming II
- Engineering Practice
- Engineering Systems and Energy I
- Engineering Systems and Energy 2
- Statics
- Engineering Mechanics and Materials (Mechanical and Aerospace)
- Mechanical Engineering Science
- Dynamics of Machines
- Design Process for Machine Elements, Manufacturing Processes, Materials and CAD
- Engineering Business (Core)
- Elements of Engineering Design Project
- Fluid Mechanics
- Solid Mechanics and Intro to FEA
- Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
- Engineering Mathematics and Programming
- Applied Fluid Mechanics
- Design of Engineering Systems
- Intro to AI Applications in Engineering
- Mechatronics and Control Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering Structures
- Major Individual Project
- Sustainable Engineering Management and Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University of London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £32,500 after 3 years, £39,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £45,500. The £39,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Mechanical engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University of London do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University of London?
69% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University of London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 31 points in the IB. The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BEng Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University of London?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.