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UndergraduateMaster of Engineering (with Honours)UCAS: H303

Mechanical Engineering

University of Manchester
Manchester, England
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4 yearsDuration
£29,900Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
76%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the MEng (Hon) Mechanical Engineering at University of Manchester. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. The MEng Mechanical Engineering will give you an excellent grounding in the knowledge and experience of the most fundamental of all engineering disciplines, preparing you for a variety of careers in engineering, technology, business and management. We use a variety of teaching styles that reflect the diversity of topics covered in modern mechanical engineering, and you will develop the range of skills and expertise that a professional engineer must possess. As in BEng, the third year features an individual project - you will undertake a major investigative project by yourself. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
Mechanics of Materials
Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics
Machine Design and Analysis
Control Systems and Automation
Manufacturing Processes and Technology
Individual Project and Research Methods
Advanced Engineering Design Project
UCAS Code:H303
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

A*A*A

A*A*A in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject. We are willing to consider applicants without Physics if they have studied Further Mathematics; applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A relevant science and technology subject is preferred as the third subject, but not essential. Relevant subjects include, but are not limited to: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Engineering, Further Mathematics, IT, Statistics. If you are studying 4 or more A- levels, we will make an offer on the subjects that are best suited to the course. Due to the popularity of this course, we may give preference to those with grades above our minimum entry requirements. As practical skills are a crucial part of science education, you are required to pass the practical element of any Science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this will likely be made explicit in the offers received. If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year. Typical Contextual Offer: A*AA in Mathematics, Physics and one other subject. We are willing to consider applicants without Physics if they have studied Further Mathematics; applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A relevant science and technology subject is preferred as the third subject, but not essential. Relevant subjects include, but are not limited to: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Engineering, Further Mathematics, IT, Statistics.

International Baccalaureate

38 points

38 points overall with 7,7,6 at Higher Level, including Mathematics and Physics. We accept Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic70

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,900

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£119,600

Home Student Fee

£32,400

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 Manchester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£30,000£32,000£36,000
3 years£26,000£31,500£39,000
5 years£33,500£41,000£52,000

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
£31,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 30% above UK average salary
This course
£41,000
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £9,500 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

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
76%
Learning opportunities
81%
Assessment and feedback
72%
Academic support
76%
Organisation and management
76%
Learning resources
79%
Student voice
65%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

1 Scholarship Available

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About University of Manchester

University of Manchester offers Mechanical Engineering as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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