Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing including Industrial Year (Year 4) MEng (Hons)

International student

Course overview

Step into the world of advanced manufacturing, where innovation meets sustainability. Our MEng Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing course is designed for aspiring engineers who want to shape the future by designing and producing high-quality, low-carbon, and sustainable products.

Through strong industry connections, you will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, integrated systems, and advanced manufacturing processes.

This course is preparing you to achieve Chartered Engineer status and leadership roles in the industry. A key feature of the course is its industrial placement year, offering you the opportunity to work within a host company and apply your skills in a professional setting.

This hands-on experience, combined with a final-year major project, will enhance your employability and provide valuable insights into industry practices. You will gain expertise in engineering management, sustainability, and quality assurance while developing professional communication and leadership skills.

How you will learn

You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course.

Teaching methods

Teaching methods include:

Group study
Independent study
Lectures
Practical laboratories
Seminars
Supervision

How you will be assessed

Assessment methods

Assessment methods include:

Coursework
Dissertation
Examinations
Group coursework
Presentation
Research project
Laboratory assessment

Contact time and study hours

Engineers are among the busiest students on campus. On average, you will have around 20 to 22 contact hours a week in years one and two. Combined with coursework and self-study, you are likely to spend over 40 hours a week on your studies.

Our courses provide the opportunity to specialise through a choice of subject modules and practical work.

Modules

6 modules

Materials and Manufacturing

This module introduces you to the properties of materials, selected failure mechanisms and core manufacturing methods used in engineering applications. This understanding of both materials and the manufacturing techniques used to process these materials is essential to produce effective and commercially viable products and to enable engineering components to operate as required.

Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1

This module covers the fundamental concepts and principles of thermofluids and their applications to engineering problems. You will develop an understanding of topics including fundamental fluid properties and the equation of state, first and second laws of thermodynamics and heat engine analysis, and principles in fluid mechanics, continuity, Euler equation, turbulence and Bernoulli equation.

Engineering Design Project

In this yearlong module you'll gain a deeper understanding of engineering design principles using practical project work. You'll learn CAD from the ground up, and by the end of the module you'll be well versed in the software.

Further you'll undertake practical workshops, where you'll learn how to use fundamental engineering machinery, which forms the basis of more advanced techniques you'll learn in higher level modules.

Topics covered include:

Process of design supported by practical design activities
Engineering drawing CAD solid modelling and drawing generation
Machine elements Group Design Project with Integrated Individual Element
Machine shop practical training

Statics and Dynamics

This module introduces you to the analysis of mechanical systems in statics and dynamics contexts. Through a structured approach, you will develop core analytical skills by exploring topics including force equilibrium, stress and strain analysis, kinematics, conservation laws and mechanical drive systems. The emphasis is placed on developing skills to apply these concepts to simplified engineering scenarios, providing a solid foundation for further study.

Mathematics and Programming

This module delivers mathematics teaching alongside core programming principles. You will develop a strong understanding of mathematics required for a range of engineering problems, including solving first- and second-order differential equations, the algebra of complex numbers, and solving systems of equations with matrix techniques and vectors. You will also be introduced to writing and understanding computer programs, including the use of variables and data types, loops, functions and arrays, and data plotting and simple computer graphics.

Professional Practice

An introduction to a variety of models and exemplars to support you in understanding and articulating your personal learning style and negotiation of the journey from new undergraduate to BSc Accountancy graduand.

This is the final module undertaken in the degree. It emphasises the employability skills and professional development aspects of the programme and also requires you to reflect upon the integrated placement segments of the programme.

6 modules

Mechanics of Solids

This module builds on the foundations of first year statics to develop a more advanced understanding of how structural components behave under load. You will extend your knowledge of stress and strain to more complex situations, explore elastic and plastic behaviour, examine various modes of failure and stability and learn how strain-energy methods can be used to determine structural deflections. The module develops proficiency in the analytical tools, which will form the basis for their use in design and advanced applications in subsequent modules and professional engineering practice.

Design, Manufacture and Project

This module builds upon fundamental design principles, advancing technical capabilities while incorporating systems thinking and professional practice. You will develop comprehensive design and project management skills through both individual and team-based activities. The content covers areas including advanced design methodology and problem definition, CAD modelling, effective technical communication, manufacturing processes and prototype development, project planning and project management, team management methods including team leadership and team working, and design verification and validation approaches.

Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 2

This module extends fundamental thermofluid concepts to address practical engineering applications. You will develop capabilities in both theoretical analysis and experimental investigation through the study of content including advanced fluid mechanics and flow analysis, heat transfer and thermodynamics of cycles and systems.

Electromechanical Systems

This module introduces electromechanical systems, combining theoretical understanding with practical application. You will develop both analytical and implementation skills through hands-on projects. The content covers areas including fundamentals of electric motors and actuators, power electronics principles, system stability and performance, practical electromechanical integration and control system fundamentals.

Dynamics and Vibration

Building on the foundations of first year dynamics, this module introduces concepts of rigid body dynamics and vibration analysis. You will develop the ability to model and analyse mechanical linkages and systems of rigid bodies, and to evaluate the vibration response of a range of mechanical systems. The module is delivered through a combination of theory and case studies, helping you connect analytical techniques with practical applications.

Computation and Simulation

This module extends programming knowledge into computational methods applicable across engineering disciples. You will develop both programming and analysis capabilities. The content covers advanced programming for engineering analysis, core numerical methods, fundamentals of finite element analysis, principles for the design of simulations and result interpretation and validation.

7 modules

Analysis of Manufacturing Systems

This module will introduce the relevant theoretical background and fundamental concepts for different types of automated manufacturing systems. Focus will be placed on understanding various aspects of production line and assembly systems development including planning, design and implementation. Methods and indicators for quantitative production performance and cost analysis will also be covered.

Professional Portfolio

This module will equip you with the skills you need to work as a professional engineer by advancing and documenting your professional development. It will enable you to demonstrate professional maturity through the synthesis and critical evaluation of engineering experiences. The comprehensive portfolio will include competency evaluation, critical reflection, leadership principles and ethical principles and practice, including sustainability and EDI.

Engineering in Industry

This module explores engineering management, focusing on the integration of key business principles with practical application. You’ll develop expertise in financial modelling, project management, quality systems, and risk mitigation. Key topics include:

systems thinking
operational optimisation
strategic decision-making.

By combining theoretical insights with real-world methodologies, this module equips you with the skills to manage engineering projects and drive organisational success.

Major Individual Project

This module is a significant part of the year and provides you with the opportunity to scope, plan, manage, execute and report an individual engineering project. You will work with a project supervisor who will provide guidance and support. Module taught content supports the scoping and planning stage of the project including the development of project context and background, the development of an aim and objectives for the work proposed, project methodology, project planning and associated Gantt chart, and project risk assessment. There will be assessed submissions at appropriate reporting stages through the project. This includes a final project deliverable document at the end of the project, which encapsulates the significant project content.

Each project will be different but will contain elements from one or more of these areas: experimental, computational, analytical, design and manufacture. Taken by students studying Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing, the topic of the project will be aligned with the orientation of the degree course.

Engineering Sustainability

This module builds upon the sustainability content taught in earlier years to cover the key environmental and sustainability issues of relevance to energy supply and use, materials consumption and manufacture. You will understand the drivers for sustainability, including patterns of energy use, material consumption, waste generation and associated environmental impacts in the UK and globally. Content will introduce techniques for a systems level approach to evaluating the circular economy and efficient materials use, energy use in the context of mechanical and manufacturing engineering systems and life cycle assessment of engineering activities.

Manufacturing Process Selection and Capability

The module will give students in-depth understanding of technical capability of modern manufacturing processes in relation to product design. The aim of the module is to develop students’ abilities to understand and assess the capability of single and combined manufacturing processes. You’ll spend two hours in lectures and two hours in seminars each week when studying this module.

Robotics and Manufacturing Automation

This module will introduce the relevant theoretical background and fundamental concepts of different automation approaches and technologies. Focus will be placed on the role of sensors, CNC machine tools, industrial robotics and programmable logic controllers within different manufacturing contexts. Methods and indicators for quantitative production performance and cost analysis will also be covered.

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5 modules

Computer Engineering and Mechatronics

This module builds on experience in programming and knowledge of electrical systems while introducing new elements of computer hardware and software engineering, with particular application to mechatronics.  The module will cover topics including system design; programming languages and compilers; sensors and actuators; real time computing and the programming of microprocessors.

Fibre Reinforced Composite Manufacturing

An introductory module on the design, manufacture and performance of fibre-reinforced composite materials.

Constituent materials including fibres, resins and additives are described. Processing techniques and the relationships between process and design are highlighted. Design methodologies and computer-aided engineering techniques are demonstrated for component design. Case studies from a variety of industries including automotive and aerospace are presented.

Management of Quality

This module aims to develop an understanding of the issues involved and the approaches employed in quality management, and a knowledge of quality improvement techniques. Areas covered will include quality management definitions and concepts; continuous improvement tools and techniques; Six Sigma; quality function deployment; failure mode and effect analysis.

Materials for Low Carbon Transport

An introductory module to the specialist area of materials for low carbon transport.

Overview of policy, regulation and materials requirements for low-carbon transport Composites
Emerging propulsion materials and systems (fuel cells, rechargeable batteries, supercapacitors, superconductors) for road vehicles, trains and aircrafts.
Advanced metal and alloys (steel, titanium alloys, aluminium alloys, magnesium alloys and superalloys) for transport applications.
Advanced composites including carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) for transport applications.
Ceramic thermal barrier coatings for aircraft gas turbine engines

Plant Location and Design

This module provides an understanding of the factors which influence a company's choice of location, and of how to approach the design of layouts to support a company's strategic objectives and maximise the efficiency of its operations.

Year four

The fourth year of this course is spent in industry. You will receive support in applying for a year-long placement with an appropriate company. During the placement you will significantly enhance your engineering knowledge and skills. You will have regular meetings with your tutor throughout the year and will remain fully registered with the university.

1 module

Year in industry

Subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, this year will be spent in industry.

The placement year opportunity enables you to take what you've learned and apply it to real projects in a professional working environment. You will be supported by a placement tutor in securing a position and they will keep in touch during the year to see how you are getting on. The placement year can provide you with a source of income and can even lead to a job offer before you've graduated.

Important information

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.

5 modules

Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing

The aim of this module is to provide students with detailed knowledge of the various Additive Manufacturing technologies including specific design, material and process principles. Students will gain an insight into current and future applications as well as the research developments required for the advancement of this technology.

This module will cover design, processing and material aspects of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing technologies, as well as the current and potential applications of the technology in a wide variety of sectors. Topics covered will include:

commercial and experimental systems
material requirements
design for Additive Manufacturing
software and systems

Digital Manufacturing

The module will introduce the relevant background and fundamental concepts regarding the integration of different Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in modern manufacturing systems. Focus will be placed on understanding topics such as cyber-physical systems, adaptive and autonomous manufacturing, digitalisation, data analytics and emerging business models through a series of relevant case studies.

Engineering Team Challenge

This module centres on a substantial team design project, emphasising communication, team working, technical delivery and professional practice. You will develop integrated capabilities across design, manufacture and management. The content covers areas including agile design methodologies, systems engineering principles, prototype development processes, sustainable design practices and team working approaches. The module will develop engineering communication skills including how to record key project decisions professionally. Continuous reflection and performance evaluation combined with the demonstration of strong communication, collaboration and leadership abilities will ensure you are well-prepared for your future career.

Future Technologies Review

This module develops your abilities to critically review and analyse complex engineering challenges in the areas of emerging and near-future technologies and formulate evidence-based solutions. Your skills will be developed using appropriate research strategies, evaluating diverse information sources, selecting analytical techniques and defending technical recommendations. By progressing from collaborative investigation to individual solution development, the module fosters both teamwork and independent critical thinking. It aims to prepare you for professional roles requiring analytical rigor and strategic decision-making in engineering contexts.

Finite Element Analysis

This is an introductory module on finite element analysis, covering areas including derivation of finite element equations using energy considerations; linear and quadratic elements; introduction to thermal problems; introduction to non-linear problems.

6 modules

Technologies for the Hydrogen Economy

Content to be confirmed

Food Factory Designs and Operations

This module is to provide a level of understanding about the operations of a food factory commensurate with that expected by a manager to include: information on the units operations, appropriate legislative issues, control of goods in and out of the establishment, appropriate hygienic regimes and controlled flows.

Computational Fluid Dynamics

In this module you’ll develop an advanced understanding of fluid mechanics. You’ll use computational methods in fluid mechanics to further understand how techniques are applied to real fluid engineering problems. For example, you’ll study fluid/structure interactions, air flow, channel flow and water wave propagation. You’ll spend between two and four hours in lectures and two hours in computing sessions each week.

Computer Engineering and Mechatronics

Management of Quality

Fibre Reinforced Composite Manufacturing

An introductory module on the design, manufacture and performance of fibre-reinforced composite materials.

Language study as part of this degree

Our Language Centre offers many languages, and you may start as a beginner or at a more advanced level and you may be able to choose to study a language as part of this degree.

Learning another language can open career opportunities around the globe and enriches your CV. It could also help you in your studies by being able to access learning materials in other languages. If you are planning to travel or work abroad it will help you to broaden your cultural understanding.

Find out more about learning a language as part of your degree.

Select student type

Quick glance

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements listed apply to 2026 entry.

A levels

A*AA

36 points overall

A level and GCSE requirements

A levels

A*AA / AAAB

Required subjects

Maths and either physics or further maths or any two of the following: chemistry, biology, design, electronics.

Excluded subjects

Excluding general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, CIE global perspectives and research, CIE thinking skills.

GCSEs

English grade 4 (C).

IB requirements

IB score

36 points overall or 766 in 3 Higher Level Certificates.

IB requirements

6 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at HL or 6 in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level or 7 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at SL plus 6 in physics at HL or 7 in physics at SL.

Only one of maths or physics can be accepted at SL. For those taking both at SL, applications will be considered for entry onto the Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.

If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:

Access to HE Diploma
Advanced Diploma
BTEC HND/HNC
BTEC Extended Diploma

This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

BTEC Nationals

Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:

BTEC National Extended Certificate and A levels – D with A*A in A level maths, and physics or further maths
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and A levels – D combined with A*A in A level maths, and physics or further maths

Contextual offers

We make contextual offers to students who may have experienced barriers that have restricted progress at school or college. Our standard contextual offer is usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements, and our enhanced contextual offer is usually two grades lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.

Foundation progression options

An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.

Mature students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

Year in industry

Subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, your fourth year will be spent in industry.

Please note:

In order to undertake an integrated year in industry, you will have to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet any requirements specified by the industry host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an integrated year in industry as part of your course.

If you are studying a course with an integrated year in industry and you do not secure an integrated year in industry opportunity, you will be transferred to the version of the course without an integrated year in industry. You can choose to transfer to a non-industrial year course if you decide not to take up a placement opportunity. In either case this will be reflected in the title of your degree when you graduate.

Additional placement opportunities

In addition to an industrial placement year you can seek summer industrial placements in the other years of the course.

It is not possible to study abroad as part of this course because of the industrial placement year.

Disclaimer

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.

Tuition fees

2026/27 (UK undergraduate students)

This is the UK undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 26/27. It will increase for the academic year 27/28 to £10,050.

For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), please visit our fees page.

Additional costs

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses:

Books - You can access all the essential course books through our libraries and there is usually no need to purchase your own copies. Should you wish to do so, these vary in cost but would be around £30 to £80 per book depending upon whether you buy new or pre-owned, paper or electronic.
Printing – There is little need to print as coursework is submitted online and teaching materials provided electronically. If you do wish to print, black and white printing costs 4p per side.
Trips – The department covers the travel cost of compulsory field trips.
PPE – This course does not require PPE items to be bought. Workshop PPE is provided to you in the first year for the duration of your course. Any other essential requirements are met with no cost involved.
Summer work placement - If you do a work placement, any costs associated with travel or accommodation will need to be factored in as they are not covered by your fees.
Industrial year - If you do an industrial placement any costs associated with your year, including travel or accommodation will need to be factored in as they are not covered by your fees.
Year abroad - If you do a study abroad year, you will need to consider the travel and living costs for the country you choose. This could include visa costs and medical insurance.
Design materials – Materials for use in design projects are supplied.
PC device – Although there are PCs available for your use on campus, you will need to purchase your own device. Read more about our recommended specifications.
Calculator - While the calculator you used for your former study is usually sufficient some students will choose to purchase a new calculator which will cost around £10.

Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.

There may also be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.

Scholarships and bursaries

The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. For up to date information regarding tuition fees, visit our fees and finance pages.

Home students

Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.

A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.

Faculty of Engineering Scholarships

Students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.

Quick glance

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements listed apply to 2026 entry.

36 points overall

A levels

A*AA

IB requirements

IB score

36 points overall or 766 in 3 Higher Level Certificates.

IB requirements

Only one of maths or physics can be accepted at SL. For those taking both at SL, applications will be considered for entry onto the Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year.

A level and GCSE requirements

A levels

A*AA / AAAB

Required subjects

Maths and either physics or further maths or any two of the following: chemistry, biology, design, electronics.

Excluded subjects

Excluding general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, CIE global perspectives and research, CIE thinking skills.

GCSEs

English grade 4 (C).

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.

If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Access to HE Diploma
Advanced Diploma
BTEC HND/HNC
BTEC Extended Diploma

BTEC Nationals

Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:

BTEC National Extended Certificate and A levels – D with A*A in A level maths, and physics or further maths
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and A levels – D combined with A*A in A level maths, and physics or further maths

IELTS/English requirements

IELTS

6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)

English language requirements

As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details.

For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

High school qualifications

Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country.

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

Mature students

Year in industry

Subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, your fourth year will be spent in industry.

Please note:

Additional placement opportunities

In addition to an industrial placement year you can seek summer industrial placements in the other years of the course.

It is not possible to study abroad as part of this course because of the industrial placement year.

Disclaimer

Tuition fees

If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).

For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.

Additional costs

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses:

Books - You can access all the essential course books through our libraries and there is usually no need to purchase your own copies. Should you wish to do so, these vary in cost but would be around £30 to £80 per book depending upon whether you buy new or pre-owned, paper or electronic.
Printing – There is little need to print as coursework is submitted online and teaching materials provided electronically. If you do wish to print, black and white printing costs 4p per side.
Trips – The department covers the travel cost of compulsory field trips.
PPE – This course does not require PPE items to be bought. Workshop PPE is provided to you in the first year for the duration of your course. Any other essential requirements are met with no cost involved.
Summer work placement - If you do a work placement, any costs associated with travel or accommodation will need to be factored in as they are not covered by your fees.
Industrial year - If you do an industrial placement any costs associated with your year, including travel or accommodation will need to be factored in as they are not covered by your fees.
Year abroad - If you do a study abroad year, you will need to consider the travel and living costs for the country you choose. This could include visa costs and medical insurance.
Design materials – Materials for use in design projects are supplied.
PC device – Although there are PCs available for your use on campus, you will need to purchase your own device. Read more about our recommended specifications.
Calculator - While the calculator you used for your former study is usually sufficient some students will choose to purchase a new calculator which will cost around £10.

Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.

There may also be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.

Scholarships and bursaries

International students

We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.

Faculty of Engineering Scholarships

Students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.

I was part of a team delivering an engine assembly line for a new engine. We started with an empty shell and got to the point where we had an assembly line building engines. I got loads out of my placement, best of all, I got a job!"

Joe Hicks

talking about his placement at Jaguar Landrover

Careers overview

You will gain the practical and theoretical skills needed to improve the production systems for manufacturing industrial products and assemblies efficiently. Your transferable skills will also include effective communication skills and problem solving.

Graduate destinations

Our graduates work for a diverse range of employment sectors with companies including:

Jaguar Land Rover
Tata Steel
Procter & Gamble
Rolls-Royce
Ford
Thales

Job prospects

Average starting salary and career progression

92.6% of mechanical, materials and manufacturing engineering undergraduates secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £32,726 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22-2022/23).

Careers advice

Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.

Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.

Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.

The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain's leading graduate employers (Ranked in the top 10 in The Graduate Market in 2013-2024, High Fliers Research).

IMechE, IET and IED

Accreditation is pending from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).

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Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing including Industrial Year (Year 4) - U7UMEMANY1

Course overview

Teaching and learning

Modules

Core modules

6 modules

Materials and Manufacturing

Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1

Engineering Design Project

Statics and Dynamics

Mathematics and Programming

Professional Practice

Core modules

6 modules

Mechanics of Solids

Design, Manufacture and Project

Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 2

Electromechanical Systems

Dynamics and Vibration

Computation and Simulation

Core modules

7 modules

Analysis of Manufacturing Systems

Professional Portfolio

Engineering in Industry

Major Individual Project

Engineering Sustainability

Manufacturing Process Selection and Capability

Robotics and Manufacturing Automation

Optional modules

Core modules

Year four

1 module

Year in industry

Core modules

5 modules

Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing

Digital Manufacturing

Engineering Team Challenge

Future Technologies Review

Finite Element Analysis

Optional modules

Language study as part of this degree

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Entry requirements

5 years full-time

£9,790 per year

Entry requirements

5 years full-time

£33,000 per year

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