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UndergraduateMaster of Engineering (with Honours)UCAS: H308
Mechanical Engineering with Placement Year
Lancaster UniversityLancaster, England
5 yearsDuration
£31,815Per Year (Intl)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
82%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Lancaster University, the MEng (Hon) Mechanical Engineering with Placement Year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in computing and information technology. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. Mechanical engineers use their skills in almost every industry, and you’ll find their expertise in nearly everything you see and use in everyday life. They design and develop products, systems and machinery to tackle all sorts of challenges, from renewable energy to household appliances, from robotics to manufacturing equipment, from aerospace components to healthcare solutions. As a mechanical engineer you get to use your creativity to design and develop products and systems, build prototypes, analyse and test until you find your solution. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 79% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Engineering Mathematics and Analysis
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
Mechanics of Materials
Fluid Mechanics
Machine Design and Dynamics
Manufacturing Processes and Technology
Control Systems and Robotics
Mechanical Engineering Design Project
UCAS Code:H308
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA A level Mathematics and a Physical Science, for example, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Design & Technology or Further Mathematics |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects including either: Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in a HL Physical Science Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in two SL Physical Sciences Mathematics SL grade 7 (Analysis and Approaches) plus HL grade 6 in a Physical Science Acceptable physical science subjects include Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Design Technology |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£31,815
per year
Total Course Cost (5 years)£159,075
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Lancaster University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,000 | £33,000 | £34,500 |
| 3 years | £25,000 | £32,500 | £36,500 |
| 5 years | £33,000 | £39,000 | £46,000 |
UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 24% above UK average salary
This course
£39,000
UK average
£31,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
74%Working
5%Studying
9%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
79%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
83%
Overall
Teaching on my course
82%Learning opportunities
86%Assessment and feedback
74%Academic support
87%Organisation and management
78%Learning resources
93%Student voice
78%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
99%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Lancaster University
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