Overview

This is the most flexible of our MEng degrees and covers fundamental engineering principles, while giving you the freedom to follow individual interests in the third and fourth years.

Key Features

There is a strong focus on engineering design and modelling throughout the course, giving you plenty of opportunities to apply the theoretical knowledge you gain to practical engineering problems.

In the Mechanical Engineering with a Foundation Year programme from University of Sheffield, you'll also be introduced to the role of business and management in engineering.

In the first five semesters, you'll study mathematics, applied dynamics, mechanics of fluids, mechanics of solids, applied thermodynamics, mechanical behaviour of materials, and electrical and electronic engineering.

Other topics include computer-controlled systems and mechatronics.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics

Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Mechanical Engineering View 589 other Bachelors in Physics in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

International Baccalaureate | 32 + GCSE Science grade 6/B and Maths grade 7/A; 31, with Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology at Higher Level 5 or Standard Level 7

BTEC | DDD in Engineering + GCSE Science grade 6/B and Maths grade 7/A

Scottish Highers | AABBB (any subjects) + GCSE Science grade 6/B and Maths grade 7/A; ABBBB, including Maths and at least one of Physics, Chemistry or Biology

Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | B + BB (any A Level subjects) + GCSE Science grade 6/B and Maths grade 7/A; B + BC in Maths and either Physics, Chemistry or Biology

Access to HE Diploma | 60 credits overall in a relevant subject with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 credits at Distinction (including at least 12 credits in Maths) and 21 credits at Merit + GCSE Maths grade 7/A. Applicants are considered individually

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Tuition Fee

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International

26950 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26950 GBP per year during 60 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Sheffield

555 - 977 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Mechanical Engineering with a Foundation Year.

Available Scholarships

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