BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, covering the design, analysis, and manufacture of mechanical systems. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Control Systems, Mathematical Modelling, Engineering Design, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme offers an Automotive Engineering pathway and includes an individual final-year project. Students can participate in Formula Student through the university's motorsport team.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BEng (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points At least three A-levels, including Mathematics and a science subject. Or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, such as a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering or a related subject, such as Aerospace / Aeronautical / Electrical / Electronic / Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering (grades DMM). Alternatively, an Access Course in a relevant Engineering subject, which has been passed with all Maths and Physics units passed at Level 3 (112 UCAS points), will be considered. Applications from those that have undertaken an Engineering foundation year will also be considered. MEng: 128-144 UCAS tariff points At least three A-levels, including Mathematics and two science subjects. Or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, such as a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering or a related subject, such as Aerospace / Aeronautical / Electrical / Electronic / Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering (grades DDM). Alternatively, an Access Course in a relevant Engineering subject, which has been passed with all Maths and Physics units passed at Level 3 (128 UCAS points), will be considered. Applications from those that have undertaken an Engineering foundation year will also be considered. BEng (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points A minimum of 64 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 70%
- Learning resources: 73%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 15%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 325 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 60%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Engineering Mathematics and Programming
- Engineering Mechanics and Materials
- Engineering Science
- Design and Navigate to Professional Practice
- Thermofluids and Solid Mechanics
- Explore Engineering Design: Innovation and Business Practice
- Mechanical Design
- Applied AI and Mechatronics
- Automotive Design Team Project
- Powertrain Systems and Vehicle Dynamics
- Individual Project
- Microcontrollers and Control Engineering
- Machine Design with Finite Element Method
- Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Systems
- Future Skills Apply
- Microcontrollers
- Advanced Vehicle Design and Aerodynamics
- Group Project
- Product Cycle Analysis
- Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Advanced Materials and Structural Analysis
- Advanced Automotive Powertrain Systems
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £35,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £44,500. The £35,500 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Mechanical engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University?
73% 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 MEng/ at Kingston University?
The average entrant had 98 UCAS points.
Is BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University accredited?
Yes. The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
Does BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BEng Mechanical Engineering MEng/ at Kingston University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.