BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University

Programme overview

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Engineering Council. Years 1 and 2 give a broad foundation, with specialisation from Year 3 in Mechanical Engineering Design or Mechanical Engineering Systems; an optional industry placement year is available.

Duration: 4 years full time; 4 years part time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are Mathematics 1, Mechanical Principles, Electrical Principles, Modern Engineering Practice, Engineering for Society and Engineering Science. From Year 3 students choose Design (computer-aided engineering) or Systems (control engineering).

Career pathways

Graduates work in mechanical engineering, aerospace, electronics, offshore, local authorities, manufacturing and building services, with employers including Howden, Scottish Power and Scotrail.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Year 1 standard entry: UCAS Tariff 96; Scottish Highers BBCC or equivalent including Higher Maths and a Science or Technology; A-levels CCC in Maths and a Science. Minimum entry (widening access students only): UCAS Tariff 90; Highers BCCC including Maths and a Science or Technology; A-levels CCC including Maths and a Science or Technology. Year 2 entry: HNC Mechanical, Aircraft, Manufacturing or Marine Engineering with B in Graded Unit 1. Year 3 entry: HND Mechanical Engineering with B in Graded Unit 2. No English language score is given on the page.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time; 4 years part time

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