BSc (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering top-up degree at University of Brighton

Mechanical and manufacturing engineers design, create and refine mechanical systems to make affordable, efficient, cutting-edge products. Their work drives innovation, solves complex problems and contributes to the development of essential goods and technologies in multiple industries. Our practical one-year Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering BSc(Hons) top-up course allows you to build on your existing engineering foundation degree or HND to achieve a full honours degree qualification.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering  |  Department: Engineering  |  Duration: full-time: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Engineering Systems is an opportunity to work in groups with students from different disciplines to solve complex real-world engineering problems within a systems engineering framework, including legal, ethical and environmental issues. Alongside developing your skills in fully integrated sub-systems, the group work will enhance your professional working practice skills. During this module you will explore the engineering aspects of renewable technologies, focusing on biomass photovoltaic systems, energy networks and storage. Modules include Engineering Systems, Renewable Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design, Individual Project.

Career pathways

Project work in groups with other engineering specialists develops your teamwork, project management, presentation and communication skills, giving you hands-on experience that mirrors industry. You will showcase your individual project to potential employers at the final year project exhibition.

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