BEng (Hons) General Engineering at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

Gain both academic knowledge and practical experience on this unique interdisciplinary degree, taught by world-leading academics across seven departments. Develop a strong understanding across engineering disciplines and how they all fit together, before specialising in your area of interest.

Faculty: School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Department: School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In year one you will be taught a range of fundamental engineering principles that will equip you with a strong foundation of engineering knowledge.

Career pathways

Our courses prepare you for a career where you'll apply your creative problem-solving skills and your understanding of engineering principles to the real world, while working in multidisciplinary teams. These transferable skills can be applied in many sectors across the breadth of engineering and beyond. During your degree you'll have plenty of opportunities to enhance your employability.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer, 2027-28 entry (UCAS H103): A Levels: A*AA including Maths and at least one of Physics or Further Maths A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification AAA, including Maths and at least one of Physics or Further Maths + A in the EPQ; AAA, including Maths and Physics + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths International Baccalaureate 38, with 6 in HL Maths and Physics; 36, with 6 in HL Maths and Physics, and A in the Extended Essay BTEC Extended Diploma D*DD in Engineering or Applied Science (including Biomedical Science, Analytical Forensic Science and Physical Science streams) + A in A Level Maths BTEC Diploma D*D in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths Scottish Highers + Advanced Higher/s AAAAB + AA in Maths and Physics Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels A + A*A in Maths and either Physics or Further Maths Access to HE Diploma Award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 42 at Distinction (to include Maths and Physics or another relevant science) and 3 at Merit + A in A Level Maths International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (GCSE English Language grade 4/C or an alternative acceptable English language qualification also accepted). Applicants eligible for the Access Sheffield contextual scheme receive a lower offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

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