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UndergraduateBachelor of Engineering (with Honours)UCAS: H310
Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year
University of ExeterDevon, England
4 yearsDuration
£31,200Per Year (Intl)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
71%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BEng (Hon) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year at University of Exeter is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Devon, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. We believe that fair access to higher education is a fundamental enabler for social mobility and are committed to delivering this through our education. We aim to widen participation and raise attainment - bridging gaps in retention, progression and success - to ensure our students enjoy the best possible outcome. In support of the University’s Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria, or are classed as Mature Students, and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not be... International tuition fees are £31,200 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 4.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 76% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Engineering Mathematics Fundamentals
Physics for Engineering
Chemistry Essentials
Technical Drawing and CAD
Mechanics and Statics
Materials Science Introduction
Problem Solving and Numeracy
Academic Skills and Professional Development
UCAS Code:H310
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC To include grade C in Mathematics and grade B in a Science subject. Excluding General Studies. |
| International Baccalaureate | 26 points Applicants will be considered with IB 26 OR 544 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 4 in HL Maths and another Science subject at HL 5. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£31,200
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£124,800
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 — University of Exeter
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,500 | £31,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £29,500 | £34,000 | £40,500 |
| 5 years | £37,000 | £42,500 | £54,500 |
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
£34,000
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 35% above UK average salary
This course
£42,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
25%Working
45%Studying
10%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
75%
Overall
Teaching on my course
71%Learning opportunities
80%Assessment and feedback
68%Academic support
76%Organisation and management
77%Learning resources
87%Student voice
63%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of Exeter
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