Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
Cardiff University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 70 graduates of Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) and other courses in Mechanical Engineering at Cardiff University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mechanical Engineering.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH10
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mechanical Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £30000 | £31000 | £36000 |
25-75 percentile range | £27000 - £32500 | £26500 - £36000 | £31000 - £43500 |
All CAH10 courses of Cardiff University
Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH10
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £29750 | £31542 | £37045 |
25-75 percentile range | £25540 - £33016 | £25315 - £38559 | £29562 - £45197 |
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Course Description
Overview and aims of the Programme
Mechanical engineers combine imagination and technology to solve real-world problems, through the manipulation of moving parts. They develop all sorts of mechanical devices, tools, engines and machines. that offer innovative solutions for society and sectors including transport, energy and manufacturing.
This accredited course provides the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience you need to become a work-ready mechanical engineer. You will embed the knowledge gained from your lectures and tutorials and develop your practical abilities in design computing, through hands-on projects and design classes.
You will choose from a range of authentic engineering problems and industry-focused scenarios, to work on both individually and with student engineers from other disciplines. Group work mirrors the relationships of an engineering team and will help you to build professional skills, such as teamwork and communication. Our open access makerspace provides a place for you to design, create and collaborate.
Distinctive Features of the Programme
Professionally accredited course
Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Energy Institute on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Flexible course
You can make your degree your own with the flexibility to choose where you want to focus your studies later in the course. If you change your mind about your programme, in most cases you may request a switch at the end of the first year.
Join Cardiff Racing
You will have the opportunity to join Cardiff Racing and participate in the design, development, construction, and testing of a proven Formula Student racing car.
Industry-led content
Our course content is informed by industrial collaboration and delivered by leading academic staff, many of whom are Chartered Engineers or have worked in industry.
Strong design element
There is a strong design element throughout the course, and you will have plenty of opportunities for hands-on practical work in our designated makerspace, specialist laboratories, workshops, and computer suites.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) at Cardiff University
50% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
15% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Elementary occupations |
0% | Finance Professionals |
0% | Administrative occupations |
0% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mechanical Engineering
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- MBA
Costs
Tuition Fees Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £25450 | year 1 |
International | £25450 | year 1 |
EU | £28200 | year 1 |
International | £28200 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students from the UK and Islands:
Fees stated are for the 2024/25 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete to the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Students from the EU, EEA, and Switzerland:
Students from the rest of the world (international):
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Cardiff University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Cardiff University in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #1
- #273
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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- #2
- #24
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- Mechanical Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #2
- #101
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- Mechanical Engineering
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #2
- #225
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- Mechanical Engineering
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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- #1
- #279
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- Mechanical Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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About Cardiff University
Established in 1883, Cardiff University is located in the urban setting of the city of Cardiff, Wales. Some of the university’s most obvious advantages include world-leading research, a knowledgeable and proactive career services office, and the central location. Cardiff is a vibrant, modern city with a young and diverse population known for accepting people from all walks of life.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023