General Engineering (with a foundation year) BEng (Hons)
Staffordshire University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of General Engineering (with a foundation year) BEng (Hons) and other courses in Engineering at Staffordshire University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Engineering
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of 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 | £21000 | £26500 | £32000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £24000 | £21000 - £33000 | £25500 - £39000 |
All Engineering courses of Staffordshire University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Engineering
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £33003 | £35380 | £40536 |
25-75 percentile range | £27415 - £38863 | £27710 - £44237 | £31831 - £51154 |
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Course Description
Our BEng (Hons) General Engineering degree with a foundation year is delivered in the form of multi-disciplinary modules that provide a wide range of knowledge and skills. You will be surrounded by supportive and approachable teaching and technical staff, and you will be offered opportunities to develop skills that underpin engineering. You will be given the chance to collaborate, communicate, and be creative using our wide range of laboratory facilities.
The foundation year will give you a solid introduction to the fundamentals of engineering science and applied technology. It is ideal for those that consider they would benefit from additional knowledge and experience before being able to select a specific specialism in engineering. Alternatively, if you're considering a career change and don’t have the necessary background qualifications for a future in engineering, this entry point will help you achieve your ambitions.
During the foundation year, you will gain fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge through a range of engineering topics, You will have multiple opportunities to apply and evaluate this acquired knowledge on various practical situations using our electronics, mechanical, automotive, aeronautical, and design laboratory equipment.
Students who successfully complete the Foundation year automatically progress onto our General Engineering route. Alternatively, you can choose to specialise in any of the following programmes: Aeronautical Engineering, Automotive and Motorsport Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
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 General Engineering (with a foundation year) BEng (Hons) at Staffordshire University
20% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
15% | Engineering professionals |
10% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 5.0
- Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Costs
Tuition Fees General Engineering (with a foundation year) BEng (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £16750 | year 1 |
International | £16750 | year 1 |
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:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Staffordshire University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Staffordshire University
Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.
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Student composition of Staffordshire University
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Total number of students enrolled at Staffordshire University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12255
- postgraduates:
- 1340
- Total:
- 13595
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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General Engineering BEng (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 94% | 5% | 1% | £9250 | £29110 | 174 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Integrated Engineering (with a year in industry) BEng (Hons) | Cardiff University | - | 10% | 15% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 137 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of East London | 70% | 16% | 5% | £9250 | £13920 | 90 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Integrated Engineering BEng (Hons) | Cardiff University | - | 10% | 15% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 137 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering (with a foundation year) BEng (Hons) | Staffordshire University | 75% | 10% | 45% | £9250 | £16750 | 62 | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year BEng (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 94% | 5% | 1% | £9250 | £29110 | 182 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering BEng (Hons) | King's College London | 69% | 10% | 4% | £9250 | - | 173 | London | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering (with Foundation Year) BEng (Hons) | University of East London | - | - | - | £9250 | £13920 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
General Engineering BEng (Hons) | Durham University | - | - | - | £9250 | £30000 | - | Durham | On campus Full-time |