Mechanical Engineering (Hons) Oxford Brookes University

Overview

The Mechanical Engineering (Hons) programme at the Oxford Brookes University provides an education in mechanical engineering, producing graduates who have the necessary range of skills and depth of understanding to successfully pursue careers as Incorporated Engineers working in the industry.

You’ll develop your specialist knowledge in the core fields of engineering and learn how to apply basic principles to complex problems. You will study;

• engineering science
• applied mathematics
• manufacturing techniques
• electronics
• graphics and design.  

Career Prospects

Our students are well prepared for the world of work, as the Mechanical Engineering degree is tailored to the current needs of industry. Our graduates work in all areas of mechanical engineering, such as design, aerospace, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and automotive and motorsport engineering, as well as in more general managerial and commercial roles. Our graduates have secured roles at companies such as Mercedes High Performance Engines, Rolls Royce, Pfizer, SS Analysis, Siemens Magnet Technology and VCT Design.

There are also postgraduate learning opportunities open through the department at MSc or PhD level.

Professional accreditation

The MEng has been fully accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) under the Engineering Council's guidelines (UK SPEC). It provides complete exemption from the Engineering Council exams parts one and two.

The IMechE has given the BEng course the maximum accreditation level available to a BEng course under the Engineering Council's guidelines (UK SPEC). Upon graduation you will have fully satisfied the academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer status and have a well-defined path to Chartered Engineer status with the IMechE and the Engineering Council.