Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

The BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering applies analytical and mathematical skills to real engineering problems across sectors such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, automotive and aerospace. It is taught at Pontypridd with a focus on practical, problem-based learning and a final-year project; accreditation by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers is under scheduled five-year re-accreditation.

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course covers the computing, mathematical and physical sciences used to design, develop and manufacture engineering systems, with extensive laboratory work, group projects and a final-year project.

Career pathways

Production Manager; Biomedical Engineer; Project Manager; Automotive Engineer. Graduates can progress to an Engineering PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points or above. A-level: BBC to include Mathematics and one other science subject. Welsh Baccalaureate: Advanced Diploma with grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate plus BB at A-level including Mathematics and another science. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in a relevant maths, science or engineering subject including maths modules. Access to HE: Maths/Science diploma with at least 112 tariff points. T Level: Pass (C or above). Five GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), with individual circumstances considered. Advanced entry to year three is considered for USW and partner-college HND Mechanical Engineering students with a distinction profile above 70% in mechanical science and thermofluids.

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich

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