BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers shape our daily life, from heating systems to refrigerators to cars. As automation and robotics expand into new industries, seize the career opportunities this offers by developing relevant skills and knowledge with a Mechanical Engineering degree.

Designed around real-world problem solving, the BEng pathway builds your knowledge base to an advanced level. Initially providing strong foundations in engineering materials, structures and systems, you will advance to study topics such as finite element analysis, engineering thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.

With a focus on your future, you will also build transferable skills and learn about the decision-making methods used by the industry. There is also the option to include an industry placement year, where you can gain additional workplace skills and boost your employability once you graduate.

You will:

• Develop an appreciation for project timings, resource allocation and the range of decision-making methods used by the industry.
• Study the relationships between microstructure and mechanical properties of materials, mechanisms of corrosion and corrosion protection.
• Gain an understanding of the concepts of engineering thermodynamics and finite element analysis.

The University of Salford’s industry-relevant courses gives students the real-world skills they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Through forming strong partnerships with businesses and organisations from all sectors, the University of Salford works with them to develop courses that are up-to-date and relevant to today’s challenges.

Students can choose from a variety of subjects including business management, law, science, engineering, built environment, computing, nursing, physiotherapy, media, the arts, creative technology and more.

Teaching is supplemented with work placements, internships, live projects or field trips so students can put their learning into practice.

A campus-based university, Salford boasts an exciting location, just minutes away from Manchester city centre, which is known for its vibrant cultural arts scene, international food and world-class sports.

The campuses provide students with an outstanding learning experience and the chance to use industry-standard facilities to reflect the workplace. The main campus features the beautiful Peel Park where students can relax in between lectures or walk next to the river.

The University of Salford also has a high-tech campus at MediaCity next to the BBC and ITV and amongst over 200 digital and media companies.

Attractive scholarships are offered to support international students with paying fees, as well as options for paying fees across 5 or 7 monthly instalments.

The University of Salford currently has over 4,000 international students who make up part of the total student body of 23,000. The community is very friendly and multicultural, and everyone is welcome no matter their background, religion, or beliefs.

The University of Salford also offers specialist careers support for international students which can be accessed free of charge and for a lifetime. The support includes how to find a job, interview and CV techniques, guidance on workplace etiquette in the UK, and advice about visas.