MEng Honours Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry (5-year sandwich) (H305)
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BEng Honours
Mechanical Engineering 3 yrs (H300)
Mechanical Engineering 4-yr SW (H304)
MEng Honours
Mechanical Engineering 4 yrs (H303)
Mechanical Engineering 5-yr SW (H305)
Entrance Requirements
BEng
A-level: BBB including Mathematics and at least one from Physics (preferred), Biology, Chemistry, Design/Technology, Further Mathematics or Double Award Applied Science. Note: applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade C in GCSE Physics or Double Award Science.
BTEC Extended Diploma: a relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with 10 Distinctions and 8 Merits. Distinctions will be required in stipulated relevant units.
Higher National Diploma: those with good grades in a relevant Higher National Diploma will be considered on their individual merits for entry to Stage 2.
Irish Leaving Certificate: B2B2B2B2CC/B2B2B2B2B2 including Higher Level grade B2 in Mathematics and Physics (preferred), Biology or Chemistry
MEng
A-level: AAB including Mathematics and at least one from Physics (preferred), Biology, Chemistry or Further Mathematics. Note: applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade B in GCSE Physics or Double Award Science.
BTEC Extended Diploma: a relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with 16 Distinctions and 2 Merits. Distinctions will be required in stipulated relevant units.
Irish Leaving Certificate: AB2B2B2B2B2 including Higher Level grade A and B2 in any order in Mathematics and Physics (preferred), Biology or Chemistry
Option to Transfer: transfers between BEng and MEng may be possible at the end of Stage 1.
For students whose first language is not English
An IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each test component or an equivalent acceptable qualification, details of which are available at: http://go.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs
If you are an international student and you do not meet the entrance requirements, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Queen's University Belfast, which will prepare you for successful study on these degree courses. INTO Queen's University Belfast is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including:
International Foundation in Engineering and Science
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Mechanical Engineering is most often associated with machines that move, from motorcycles and Formula 1 cars to aircraft and ships. However, virtually all man-made products have mechanical features that are designed and developed by mechanical engineers. Hence, companies that make such diverse products as mobile phones, shoes, artificial hip joints, musical instruments and tennis rackets employ mechanical engineers. In all cases, they are employed to apply the scientific knowledge, design expertise and problem-solving skills they have acquired at university.
Queen's School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering has an international reputation for its contributions to the development of engineering education. For example, it is currently playing a leading role in the CDIO initiative to enhance engineering education, involving universities from around the world.
Stage 1
Students undertake a team-based, project-based module in Stage 1, designed to introduce them to the concept of professional engineering practice, and supported by a range of mathematics and engineering science subjects. Engineering practice is developed through modules in engineering design and electrical engineering. BEng students who perform well during Stage 1 may be invited to transfer to the MEng degree in Stage 2.
Stage 2
Stage 2 builds on the knowledge already gained with a series of more advanced engineering science subjects including dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and strength of materials. Mathematics and computing focus more on their application to engineering than basic theory, while further modules cover areas such as manufacturing and engineering design.
Students also encounter the professional aspects of engineering in professional studies and employability modules, which respectively cover the legal aspects of engineering practice and provide them with skills required for future work placements and careers in Mechanical Engineering.
Stage 3
Students focus on their chosen degree theme (energy or materials) in Stage 3, giving them the opportunity to tailor courses and projects to their particular interests.
BEng students take core modules in engineering science and professional studies along with chosen theme modules, and also complete a major individual project, which puts their engineering skills into practice in solving a technological problem.
MEng students expand their engineering knowledge through a range of core modules in engineering science and professional studies along with chosen theme modules. They also undertake a major group design project, working within teams to conceive, design, build and test an engineering product, enhancing mechanical design and engineering skills and developing professional presentational and team-working skills.
Stage 4
MEng students extend their knowledge of engineering applications through further modules in their chosen themed areas of energy or materials, and in advanced core skills and professional studies. The other major focus is the individual project, where students apply their engineering skills to an area of leading-edge technology. Many projects are closely associated with industry and with the School's strengths in energy and materials research.
Accreditation: both degrees are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Placement/Study Abroad: past students have gained work placements with organisations such as Airbus UK, Cummins Turbo Technologies, Lockheed Martin, Mercedes Benz High Performance Engines, Nacco Materials Handling Ltd, and Red Bull Technology Ltd.
Students also have the opportunity to work or study outside the UK through our participation in the IAESTE and Erasmus student exchange programmes, and the Study Abroad and Study USA programmes. In recent years, students have been placed in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Finland, France, Japan, Malaysia and the USA.
Last updated: 12.09.13
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