Overview

The extra year is intended to give you the best possible preparation for success on the degree pathway. It has been designed to develop your skills in mechanics and mathematics – these are important areas of study which will underpin your learning on the degree course.

You’ll study introductory modules relevant to the degree course whilst developing key skills for academic study. Successful completion of the introductory foundation year will allow you to progress onto the Mechanical Engineering degree which is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), and the Engineering Council.

Career

Graduates with a Mechanical Engineering (Including Foundation Year) (Hons) programme from University of South Wales could establish an engineering career in areas such as transport, health, defence, manufacturing, entertainment, design or finance. In addition to engineering skills and principles, you will gain extra key skills in management, computers, teamwork, design, project management and communication, which will make you attractive to employers in any sector. You could also progress to an Engineering PhD or Research Degree. Read about Engineering Research at USW.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics for Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineers

Design and Manufacture

Engineering Computing Applications

Engineering Mechanics

Electrical Science

Thermofluids

Further Mathematics for Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineers

Sustainable Engineering Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pontypridd, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 337 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical A-Level Offer

EE

Typical BTEC Offer

BTEC Extended Diploma Pass Pass Pass or BTEC Diploma Pass Pass

Typical Access to HE Offer

Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16200 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

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