MEng Mechanical Engineering
About this course
MEng in Mechanical Engineering MEng, a mechanical engineering degree exploring core technical principles and professional applications. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Engineering Design, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students combine theoretical learning with practical hands-on experience throughout the program. The first year introduces fundamental scientific principles and practical engineering problems through modules such as Autumn Integrative Project, Spring Integrative Project, Fundamental Engineering Science: Part 1, and Fundamental Engineering Science: Part 2. The second year bridges fundamental theory and practice with modules including Mechanics and Dynamics of Solids and Structures, Design Project Part 1, Manufacturing and Materials Processing, and Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer. The third year involves major practical work through Investigative Project, Engineering in Practice, Structural Integrity with Finite Element Analysis, and Dynamics, Vibration and Control. The final year offers advanced technical modules such as Preparation for Practice, Computational Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal System, Industrial Experimental Methods for Engineering Problems, and Industrial Applications of Finite Element Analysis.
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Entry requirements
A Level: A*AA IB: 38, with 6 in Higher Level Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology; 36, with 6 in Higher Level Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and A in a science-based Extended Essay
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 15 UCAS decisions for MEng Mechanical Engineering (H300) at the University of Sheffield for 2027 entry so far: 15 offers. The published offer is A*AA at A level. The first offer was posted on 25 September.
What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 70 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 50 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 77%
- Working and studying: 6%
- Further study: 6%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 66%
- Skilled trades occupations: 6%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 6%
- Teaching Professionals: 3%
- Information Technology Professionals: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 88%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 86%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 11%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 17%
- East Midlands: 11%
- West Midlands: 17%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 19%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 9%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 99%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Autumn Integrative Project
- Spring Integrative Project
- Fundamental Engineering Science: Part 1
- Fundamental Engineering Science: Part 2
- Essential Mathematical Skills & Techniques
- Mechanics and Dynamics of Solids and Structures
- Design Project Part 1
- Manufacturing and Materials Processing
- Maths for Mechanical Engineers
- Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
- Design Project Part 2
- Investigative Project
- Engineering in Practice
- Structural Integrity with Finite Element Analysis
- Dynamics, Vibration and Control
- Fundamental and Numerical Fluid Mechanics
- Thermodynamics and Propulsion
- Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Imaging
- Preparation for Practice
- Computational Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal System
- Industrial Experimental Methods for Engineering Problems
- Industrial Applications of Finite Element Analysis
- Fundamentals and Applications of Tribology
- Advanced Engineering Fluid Dynamics
- Advanced Dynamics
- Additive Manufacturing - Principles and Applications
- Mechanics and Applications of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
- Engineering Commercial Success: And making the world a better place!
- Advanced Aerospace Propulsion Technology
- Railway Engineering and Sustainable Transport
- Cardiovascular Biomechanics
- Human Movement Biomechanics
- Sustainable Engineering Design
- Managing Innovation and Change in Engineering Contexts
- Advanced Energy and Power
- Human Factors and User-Centred Design
- Aviation Safety and Aeroelasticity
- Computational Thermal Fluids Engineering
- Industrial Automation
- Petroleum Engineering
- Nuclear Reactor Engineering
- Sustainable Materials Manufacturing
- Design and Manufacture of Composites
- Introduction to Medical Device Regulation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £34,500 after 3 years, £43,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £36,500 and £53,500. The £43,500 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Mechanical engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level. The average entrant had 175 UCAS points. Applicants who posted offers on UniScout for 2027 entry were most often predicted A*A*A*.
When does the University of Sheffield send offers for MEng Mechanical Engineering?
For 2027 entry, applicants have posted 15 decisions for this course on UniScout. The first offer was posted on 25 September, and the most decisions so far arrived in October.
Is MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield accredited?
Yes. The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Does MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Sheffield?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.