BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

The undergraduate Mechanical Engineering course offered at the Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) offers a comprehensive foundation in the core principles and applications of mechanical engineering, preparing students for a wide range of professional roles in the engineering sector. The course aims to equip students with critical, analytical and design skills, combining rigorous academic learning with real-world problem-solving and practical experience.Course Content: The course is structured over four years, each of which focuses on specific areas of mechanical engineering. Year 1 provides an introduction to the fundamentals of engineering with modules on engineering principles, mathematics, and design and practice. Year 2 builds on this foundation, delving into areas such as thermodynamics, fluids, materials, and manufacturing processes. Year 3 gives students the opportunity to further specialise and includes modules on design, dynamics, and analysis. The final year culminates with a major individual project, allowing students to apply the skills and knowledge they have acquired throughout the course.Key Modules: Key modules within this course include Engineering Principles, Thermodynamics, Fluids, Materials, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design, Dynamics, and Analysis.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can expect to find employment in a wide range of sectors including the manufacturing, energy, automotive and aerospace industries. There are also opportunities in consultancy, project management, and research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.